December 2023 Newsletter

Each of us is a tiny light; together we create a bright glow

Two months have passed since the horrific and intolerable events of 7 October that changed our world. Each of us was hoping and praying for our families and friends.

Gandel Rehabilitation Center helping Israelis heal

Dr Tamar Elram, Director of Hadassah Mount Scopus Hospital, emphasises the importance of expanding acute rehabilitation at Hadassah.

Australian physician Prof George Breitberg volunteers at Hadassah amidst the war

Prof George Breitberg, emergency medicine specialist at The University of Melbourne, diverted his conference plans when war struck on October 7.

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Give Us A Hug

A very warm thank you to talented sculptor David Kolieb for dedicating the proceeds from sales at his forthcoming exhibition "Give Us A Hug" to Hadassah's Emergency Appeal.

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Lexie Kay's heart-warming fundraising initiative

Lexie Kay, a year 6 graduating student at Sholem Aleichem College, recently celebrated her Bat Mitzvah and asked her friends and family for donations to Hadassah Australia in lieu of gifts.

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The legacy of Hadassah Founder Henrietta Szold in today's world

What a joy to connect with the community to share insights about Hadassah Australia and bring to life the legacy of inspirational Hadassah founder, Henrietta Szold, the legendary Zionist who revolutionised healthcare and social activism in pre-state Israel!

Connecting with the next generation of young leaders in Perth

What an honour it was to connect with the next generation of young leaders as part of a special session we recently held with Habonim Madrichim in sunny Perth. The youth movement leaders heard about the history of Hadassah and how we can all make a profound impact in society through health.

Empowering Ethiopian-Israelis through health

Thank you to all of you who joined us for the special screenings of the film Exodus 91 in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth during the 2023 Jewish International Film Festival - JIFF.