About
The mission of StandWithUs is to inspire and educate people of all ages and backgrounds, challenge misinformation and fight antisemitism. StandWithUs has been proud to support Israel education and pro-Israel activity in Australia for many years.
StandWithUs has been working with Australian audiences, running programs for Australian students and partnering in various ways with local organizations for over a decade. From our StandWithUs Israel Education Center in Jerusalem, we actively work with gap year programs and high school trips to Israel.
We run an intensive seminars educating and empowering Australian 18-year-olds to be eloquent and active supporters of Israel when they get back home to campus. StandWithUs Israeli Fellows – diverse, articulate, Israeli young adults – have addressed audiences across the country speaking to the reality of their everyday lives and teaching about Israel. We are proud to work with a variety of organizations and youth movements as partners.
StandWithUs has run educational presentations for schools and school trips to Israel from both Melbourne. In addition, hundreds of Australians have visited the StandWithUs Israel Education Center in Jerusalem to participate in workshops on countering antisemitism, Israel activism and to learn more about the conflict and the region in general.
SUPPORTING ISRAEL AND FIGHTING ANTISEMITISM IN SYDNEY MELBOURNE BRISBANE PERTH GOLDCOAST CANBERRA ADELAIDE HOBART DARWIN
What We Do
- Education about Israel
- Support and Tools to effectively combat antisemitism
- Leadership training and professional development
- Educational speakers
- Funding for approved school and community programs
- An international network and support system
- Programming for parents and community members
Upcoming Events
Jewish & Israeli Connections in Australia:
Fact #1
Israel can fit into Australia 369 times! Israel's territory is 20,770 square kilometers and Australia's territory is 7,682,300 square kilometers.
Fact #2
One of the Oldest Jewish Communities – The first Jews arrived in Australia with the First Fleet in 1788, making the Australian Jewish community one of the oldest outside of Europe.
Fact #3
A Large and Vibrant Jewish Community – Australia is home to over 100,000 Jews, with thriving communities in Melbourne and Sydney, known for their strong Jewish schools, synagogues, and cultural centers.
Fact #4
Strong Ties with Israel – Australia was one of the first countries to vote in favor of Israel’s creation at the United Nations in 1947 and has maintained a strong friendship with Israel ever since.
Fact #5
Israeli Innovation in Australia – Israeli tech and innovation have a major presence in Australia, with collaborations in agriculture, cybersecurity, water management, and medical technology.
Meet The Team
