Empowering Jewish Activists for Refugee Rights

The HIAS Community Leadership Network is a six-month programme designed to equip Jewish activists across Europe with the skills and support to advocate for refugee rights. Through expert-led training, mentorship, and hands-on project development, participants will gain the tools to create meaningful change in their communities and beyond. In a time of increasing polarisation, this network fosters solidarity, ensuring that Jewish voices stand united in support of displaced people.

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

By joining the programme, you will:

✔ Gain expert training in community organising and advocacy
✔ Receive mentorship from humanitarian professionals
✔ Launch impactful community projects
✔ Amplify Jewish voices for refugee rights
✔ Build a strong network of like-minded Jewish leaders

Application Deadline: March 15

What to Expect

Starting 1 April, HIAS experts will lead regular online webinars covering key topics such as:

  • Grassroots Crisis Response: Lessons from real-world action
  • Shaping Futures: Advocacy strategies for meaningful change
  • Jewish Perspectives on Refugees: What our tradition teaches about welcoming the stranger

Participants will receive training in project and volunteer management, as well as personalised mentoring through monthly check-ins. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with fellow leaders, exchange ideas, and refine your initiatives with expert feedback.

Who Can Apply?

We welcome applications from:

  • Committed Jewish activists living in Europe (of all ages, backgrounds, and denominations)
  • Jewish community leaders passionate about social justice
  • Individuals eager to drive community-led change

Applicants must be available for the online introductory seminar on 1 April from 18:00-20:00.

Selection Criteria

We are looking for current and emerging leaders who share HIAS’ commitment to welcoming the stranger and advocating for displaced people’s rights. We encourage applications from Jewish activists across all backgrounds—Orthodox, Liberal, Secular; Mizrahi, Sephardi, Ashkenazi—who are dedicated to social justice and ready to make a difference in their communities and beyond.

Join us in building a stronger, more compassionate Europe. Apply today!

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