JEWWA stands for Jewish Educational Wishing Well Australia. We are dedicated to providing a fresh perspective on Jewish education, sprinkled with love from Down Under.
Our Mission
We aim to eradicate antisemitism worldwide through education and fostering understanding. Our goal is to make being Jewish magical and fantastical for our children.
Our Approach
We offer transferrable, inclusive, and empowering programs that celebrate both Jewish and universal values, suitable for diverse contexts and all ages.
The JEWWA Treasure Box
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Discover the Treasures
Open the Treasure Box to uncover a wealth of educational resources and programs designed to enrich Jewish learning and foster community connections.
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Sprinkle Seeds of Love
Our programs are designed to nurture the next generation, spreading love and understanding across communities and cultures.
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Explore Together
We invite you to join us in exploring the unlocked treasure trove of Jewish wisdom and values, adapted for modern contexts.
Proud to be JEWWA
Jews & Jewish Allies Eradicate World Wide Antisemitism
JEWWA stands strong against antisemitism, believing that if it can be created, it can also be eradicated through education and understanding.
Redefining Jewish Identity
We're proud to be Jewish and proud to be JEWWA. Our programs help redefine what it means to be Jewish in the modern world.
JEWWA programs are inclusive, bespoke, agile and adaptable with a strong value placed on global Jewish peoplehood.
Magical and Fantastical
We believe that being Jewish can be magical, and we strive to make it fantastical for our children through engaging and innovative educational approaches.
Our Mission Statement
Our safe place is your safe place
We believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels at home. Our mission is to foster a sense of belonging and community across diverse groups.
300 ways to share JEWWA
Just as there are 70 faces to the Torah, we believe there are 300 ways to share JEWWA with other communities, symbolized by the Gematria of Shin (300).
Building friendships between communities
We aim to strengthen bonds between minority communities by sharing adaptable programs as gifts of friendship and camaraderie on behalf of the Jewish people.
Shared Milestones
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Working Together
We collaborate with various communities to achieve shared milestones, fostering unity and understanding.
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Celebrating Achievements
Each shared milestone is celebrated together, reinforcing our bonds and shared experiences.
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Blessing of She'Hechianu
We join in the blessing of She'Hechianu, inviting friends from other minority communities to participate in this shared blessing of hope, love, unity, and diversity.
MitzValues of JEWWA
Transferrable & Integratable
Our programs are adaptable to a wide range of contexts, making them easily transferrable and integratable.
Inclusive
Everyone is welcome to participate in our programs, which are integrated, pluralistic, and egalitarian.
Universalist
We celebrate universally held values while also honoring the unique aspects of individual communities.
Positive & Empowering
Our content is emotionally safe and builds positive associations, connections, and empowering experiences for all ages.
More MitzValues
JEWWA Treasury
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JEWWAgility
The ability of smaller Jewish communities to develop and create new ideas in Jewish education, living, and community due to their reliance on one another and their agility.
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JEWWAbility
The durability, strength, and resilience of Jews to resist misplaced double standards from the outside world.
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Unlocked Treasure Trove
14 hand-made treasures offering unique educational programs and resources for various age groups and contexts.
Treasure 1: Ve'ahaVta Visionary Values
jEwwA: Eradicate Antisemitism
This program focuses on children aged 0-5 and their caregivers, aiming to eradicate anti-Semitism and racism in their generation. It promotes zero tolerance for poor behavior from a young age.
I'MPACT by JEWWA
Participants sign the I'MPACT Pact, committing to speak up and act against racism or anti-Semitism, regardless of the target. It fosters mutual support and solidarity.
Treasure 2: D'Beit Yisrael
Rooted in Tradition
Recognize yourself as a branch of a well-planted tree on home soil, connecting to your Jewish heritage and values.
Branching Out
Engage in values-activated debating, drawing strength from your deep roots and grounded foundation.
Growing Together
Foster connections between Jewish communities worldwide through shared values and discussions.
Treasure 3: Jewry Duty
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Cultivating Service
Imbue a culture of Jewish Service in Diaspora Jewry for current and future generations.
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Global Connections
Connect World Jewry through shared service and responsibility.
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Collective Responsibility
Emphasize that it's up to all of us to make a difference in our communities and the world.
JEWWA Programs for 2025
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Ve'Ahavta by JEVVVVA
Designed for Daycares, Preschools, and Adults, focusing on love and understanding.
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De'Beit Yisrael by JEWWA
Tailored for Middle Schools, exploring Jewish identity and values.
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Jewry Duty by JEWWA
Available for all age groups and communal organizations, promoting Jewish service and responsibility.
Be part of the JEWWA family and help spread love, understanding, and Jewish values across communities. Together, we can make a difference and create a brighter future for all.