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International Jewish Women's Leader Conference
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Since 1897, the National Council of Jewish Women of Canada, the first Jewish women's organization in Canada, has been a catalyst for change and a powerful pioneering force on behalf of children, the elderly, families, the disabled, new Canadians and the disadvantaged in both the general and Jewish communities.

NCJWC is a network of thousands of dedicated volunteers committed to using leadership, financial resources and collective energy to improve the quality of life in our communities.


What We Do


Create - innovative and worthwhile programs and services to meet the needs of the community.
Promote - effective volunteerism.
Provide - volunteers with opportunities to participate and make a difference in community affairs.
Preserve and Strengthen - Jewish life in Canada.


What We Offer


Skills Development - in management, planning and organization, communications, public relations and research.
Opportunities to Work - with those who share common interests and concerns both nationally and internationally.
Increased Knowledge - of important social issues.
Greater Awareness - of your community.
Effective Ways - in which you can make a real difference in your community.
Personal Growth - and fulfilment through helping others.
Mentoring Relationships


Focus

National Council of Jewish Women of Canada actively supports and demonstrates concern for:

  • The Status of Women
  • Care for the Aged
  • Women's Health Issues
  • Rights of Disabled Persons
  • Palliative Care
  • Prevention of Family Violence
  • Pensions for Homemakers
  • Jewish Issues/Continuity
  • Agunot Rights
  • Pro-Choice
  • Elimination of Child Poverty
  • Child Enrichment and Literacy
  • Israel Family Counselling Association
  • Irene Samuel Scholarship

NCJWC is an affiliate member of International Council of Jewish Women.

NCJWC is a member of UNESCO Canadian Subcommission of the Status of Women.

NCJWC is a member of the coalition of Jewish Women Against Domestic Violence and the Coalition for Agunot Rights.




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