
World Jewish Relief
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Find out more about the latest Jewish news from World Jewish Relief including our latest crisis appeals updates & charity fundraising news. World Jewish Relief are the British Jewish community's international humanitarian agency. Inspired by Jewish values, we empower people in poverty to live with dignity, self-reliance and hope.
World Jewish Relief
2d ago
Last night, leading members of Britain’s Jewish community gathered at the Roundhouse in London to raise vital funds for the work of World Jewish Relief. The charity, which last year worked in 21 countries, provides essential support to vulnerable people and those suffering the consequences of conflict, disaster and climate change ..read more
World Jewish Relief
1w ago
As we mark Holocaust Memorial Day, we simultaneously celebrate a remarkable milestone: the 100th birthday of Alice Engel. Alice’s journey – from the horrors of 1930’s Vienna to a better life in the UK – is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit ..read more
World Jewish Relief
3w ago
New Year is a big deal in Ukraine. Normally, some of the light displays would rival those on Bond Street or New York’s 5th Avenue. And you can tell the country is doing its best to maintain as much of that normality as possible – winter lights are set up and people are trying to keep the festive spirits as high as possible. In the centre of busy Kyiv, you could pretend it’s all fine. But this well-intended façade hides the reality. Read our teams reflections from a recent visit to Ukraine ..read more
World Jewish Relief
3w ago
For 15 months, the hostages and their families have continually been in our thoughts. For 15 months, they have suffered unimaginable trauma. The release of three hostages yesterday, including one British-Israeli, was an emotional first step, but we anxiously await the return of the remaining 30 people set to be released during phase one of the ceasefire. At the same time, we mourn deeply all those who have lost their lives, and we hope and pray for the safe return of the hostages that remain in Gaza. The last 471 days have caused immense suffering for Israelis and Palestinians, and we hope tha ..read more
World Jewish Relief
1M ago
Wildfires have been devastating large parts of Los Angeles since January 7, destroying homes, lives, and livelihoods. Our hearts go out to the Jewish community who have lost personal and communal property, alongside all those who are affected beyond the community. In response, World Jewish Relief is contributing to relief efforts to support displaced people and provide day camps for children ..read more
World Jewish Relief
5M ago
It’s been a year since the devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake which struck Morocco, killing almost 3,000 people. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we have reached 4,359 people, providing life-saving supplies and shelter in the first days of the disaster. We’re now working alongside our local partner, MBLA, to help people develop sustainable livelihoods. Hear insights from the ground after a recent visit by one of the World Jewish Relief team ..read more
World Jewish Relief
5M ago
In recognition of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, World Jewish Relief is proud to highlight the significant strides made in dementia care across Ukraine, Moldova, and Belarus through its partnership-driven programmes. Since 2015, the charity has worked tirelessly to address the growing need for better dementia support in Eastern Europe, particularly within vulnerable Jewish communities. The latest evaluation of this work, conducted by Israeli consultancy Key Impact, shows resoundingly positive outcomes ..read more
World Jewish Relief
7M ago
Yanal arrived in the UK as a refugee from Syria, fleeing conflict and devastation. This refugee week, hear Yanal share her own story of resilience and courage as she rebuilds a life for her family in Coventry ..read more
World Jewish Relief
7M ago
Throughout the 1930s and 40s, we rescued and supported over 65,000 Jewish refugees and helped them rebuild their lives. In this period, we were instrumental in bringing about the Kindertransport, which rescued almost 10,000 Jewish children from Nazi persecution. This refugee week, follow this timeline to find out exactly how it came to pass ..read more
World Jewish Relief
7M ago
Fleeing the chaos of war-torn Ukraine, Anna and her two sons found themselves on a journey of survival and hope, guided by the kindness of strangers and the echoes of a shared history. Read Anna's remarkable story this refugee week ..read more