Recognising the effect on the mental health and the sense of isolation caused by relocating from Israel to Australia Ha’tzofim Australia was established to give a sense of community and structure to these people. While not restricting membership to anyone its programs are designed to resolve these issue for native Hebrew speakers.
Every single day, especially nowadays, we emphasise and stress how critical sharing and togetherness are to prevent and relieve feelings and emotions of self-isolation by organising cultural events, strengthening networking within the community and having a wide range of outdoor activities.
Ha’Tzofim, affiliated with the Australian Zionist Youth Council (AZYC), is accredited by the Australian Childhood Foundation, adheres to Child Safety and Mental Health First Aid prevention standards and follows its guidelines.
HaTzofim Australia is a branch of the Israeli Scouts youth organisation (non-profit) that involves mainly in two leading projects: HaTzofim youth movement and Garin Tzabar Australia.
HaTzofim youth movement involves thousands of teenagers in Israel and around the world. Its programme gives the opportunity for every child and teenager to gain leadership skills and to integrate and take a meaningful part in Israeli society and the Jewish communities around the world.
HaTzofim Australia have been active since 2013, with two operating chapters “Shvatim”; Melbourne’s Shevet Onnot, and Sydney’s Shevet Shahar.
Weekly activities in Hebrew are carried out by our “Madrichim” (leaders), high school students trained in HaTzofim leadership. The activities demonstrate the Israeli Scouts values. These include leadership, democracy, friendship, Israel and Judaism, as well as caring for the environment, resourcefulness, and morality.
Weekly activities in Hebrew are carried out by our “Madrichim” (leaders), high school students trained in HaTzofim leadership. The activities demonstrate the Israeli Scouts values. These include leadership, democracy, friendship, Israel and Judaism, as well as caring for the environment, resourcefulness, and morality.
HaTzofim Australia Board of Directors
- Mr Zeev Bashan (chairperson)
- Mr Gabi Klien
- Mrs Miri Heitner
- Dr Noa Sheer- Benav
- Mrs Dalit Rav
- Mr Asher Alhassid
- Mr Elad Sanderovich
- Mr Ofer Gabay
HaTzofim Australia Our Team
- Michael Manhaim Executive Director
- Elik Rotenberg Sydney’s coordinator
- Yael Heller Melbourne’s coordinator
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HaTzofim AustraliaOur Partners
