Ela Ken Dror’s son, Jonathan, was murdered at the Nova festival on October 7. She shares with us how she lives with the devastating loss, and how volunteering at WIZO helps her shine again. Jonathan (Johnny) Ken Dror, 28, spent the morning of October 7 at...
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The Israeli Air Force, with WIZO, launched a pilot prep program at a WIZO youth village to train and inspire diverse candidates for success in the pilot course. A significant milestone was reached this month as the Israeli Air Force (IAF), in collaboration with WIZO, launched...
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In a powerful demonstration of unity, WIZO Victoria, in collaboration with NCJWA, UIA Women’s Division, Emunah, Zionism Victoria, and Project A, gathered on the steps of Parliament for a silent vigil to mark Human Rights Day. This solemn event highlighted the resilience and strength of the...
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It is clear from the Government's engagements Australia has a respected voice in the Middle East, even if we are not a central player. I regularly raise Australia's view and press for progress towards peace in my engagements with counterparts in the Middle East, with...
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Last Sunday, as families across Australia gathered to celebrate Father’s Day, heartbreaking news reached us: six Israeli hostages were brutally executed by Hamas after 331 days in captivity. This tragic event highlights the devastating reality faced by every Jew and Israeli since the horrific events...
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Last Sunday, as all over Australia we were sitting with our families to celebrate Father's Day, devastating news arrived at our doorstep: six Israeli hostages were brutally executed by Hamas after 331 days in captivity. This tragic event marks the grim reality that every Jew...
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I acknowledge that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has raised safety concerns across multiple communities in Victoria. I would like to assure you that the safety and wellbeing of the Jewish community is a key priority of the Government. While public debate is fundamental to democracy,...
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The situation unfolding is deeply distressing for many Victorians and it is important that we maintain respect for each other, reaffirming that Victoria stands together with our communities against hate speech and violent extremism, including antisemitism and Islamophobia....
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I am writing to you on behalf of the Women's International Zionist Organization, WIZO Victoria, a worldwide organisation dedicated to the welfare and advancement of women and children in Israel and around the world. We have been following your recent trip to the Middle East...
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WIZO (Women's International Zionist Organization) holds a history of unwavering commitment to supporting and advocating for the safety and well-being of women and children globally. Today, I reach out to you asking for your voice to be heard against violence....
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