JCCV refreshes vision
JCCV president Philip Zajac said that the strategy provides a clear roadmap for the organisation.
The Jewish Community Council of Victoria (JCCV) has unveiled a refreshed strategic direction aimed at proactively shaping the future of Victoria’s Jewish community. It has refined its mission to focus on “championing a vibrant and resilient future for Victoria’s Jewish community”. This updated strategy reflects a shift from a reactive approach to one centred on proactive long-term planning, leadership and coordinated action.
JCCV president Philip Zajac said that the strategy provides a clear roadmap for the organisation over the next two-plus years: “With the terrible situation in Israel and the unprecedented rise of antisemitism here at home, the JCCV has understandably been reactive, but this strategic plan turns that around. The JCCV is in a position now to champion a vibrant and resilient future for our community.”
The strategic plan is anchored on four pillars: Lead – engaging political and key stakeholders to advance community interests through evidence-based research and advocacy; Coordinate – mobilising collaborations between Jewish organisations and volunteers to meet evolving community needs; Engage – actively listening to the community to uncover key needs and perspectives, broker connections, and define common goals; and Upskill – supporting service providers to better understand Jewish life, history and antisemitism and to build intercultural connections.
“This strategy is not just a vision, it includes a practical series of initiatives and activities that will lead to coordinated action and meaningful change,” JCCV CEO Naomi Levin explained.
Asked about these initiatives, Zajac told The AJN, “There are a broad range of initiatives in the works, some will be launched very soon. These include a volunteer matching platform, plans for increased interfaith and intercultural engagement, and a data and research hub for the whole Victorian Jewish community.
“In the meantime, we will continue our important work of delivering the Jewish Immersion Program to workplaces; publishing important reports, including the recent Victorian Antisemitism Report 2024; and working to strengthen and support our member organisations,” he said.
In recent months, the JCCV has provided support to dozens of individuals experiencing antisemitism at school and work, advocated for strengthened anti-vilification laws, secured support for community projects and ensured increased police support for community safety.
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