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Marathon Mike runs race against racism
Mike Zervos, CEO of B’nai B’rith Courage to Care has agreed to “Race Against Racism” running a marathon in early October to raise funds and awareness for Courage to Care. He will be taking part in the actual Melbourne Marathon on October 2, and running 42 kilometres. Read more » »
Israeli PM, Jewish Groups Mourn Queen Elizabeth
Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid and various Jewish groups issued statements mourning the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. The royal family announced on September 8 that Elizabeth had died peacefully while surrounded by her family in her home. She was 96 and had been serving as the Queen of England since 1952. Read more » »
Award recipients set to travel and learn
B’nai B’rith has recently announced the recipients of the 2022 Bernard J. Lustig Scholarship. Now in its 67th year, the scholarship has been awarded to Rabbi Sammy Brygel (full scholarship), Isabel Gelb (full scholarship) and Rabbi Alon Meltzer (partial scholarship. Read more » »
30th anniversary VIP night!
B’nai B’rith Courage to Care celebrated its 30th anniversary last week with a VIP night and exhibition hosted by the Ark Centre. Read more » »
Coming together
B’nai B’rith is holding an event in support of the Uluru Statement from the Heart, calling for a First Nations Voice to Parliament, on May 29 at 7.30pm. The event will look at the impact of the recent election and invite the community to the conversation. Read more » »
Bureau of International Affairs Newsletter January-April 2022
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Climate tops agenda at plenum
“A phenomenon that is challenging our political system, our environment and our existence on this fragile blue orb” is how Social Justice Committee chair Liam O’Callaghan described climate change at last week’s Jewish Board of Deputies (JBD) plenum. Read more » »
Courage to Care announces new chairperson
AFTER several successful years of committed partnership, and 16 months as chairman, Eitan Neishlos has announced his resignation from the board of Courage to Care NSW. The new chairperson is Kathy Sharp, who has had a long involvement with Courage to Care, including as first vice-chairperson for many years. Read more » »
Update on Ukraine, Friday 11 March
By BBUK In News, Ukraine On 12 March 2022 As the situation in Ukraine changes by the hour I would like to update you as to the latest situation regarding BBUK projects, our people and how we are trying to help. Read more »
Would I Lie to You with B’nai B’rith
MEMBERS of B’nai B’rith’s Melbourne Mitzvah Lodge tried their hand at comedy on Sunday, with a live performance of Would I Lie to You. Read more » »
