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West London Synagogue of British Jews

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  2. Social Action

Social Action

Members of West London Synagogue express our Jewish values not only by joining for communal worship and study, but also by engaging in work which will improve life for those outside our immediate community. Social action is a defining aspect of life at West London Synagogue, and many of our members, from religion school students through those who have celebrated their children’s or grandchildren’s bar or bat mitzvahs here, contribute to these efforts. We choose our Social Action schemes by consulting knowledgeable neighbours about unmet needs in the area. Responding to current needs, we have established a monthly drop-in centre for destitute asylum seekers as well as a winter night shelter for the homeless. We shall take on additional projects as our volunteer capacity grows along with our familiarity with what more we can do to help those around us.

Asylum Seekers Drop-In

Asylum Seekers Drop-In

One Sunday afternoon each month, we welcome families who have been made destitute while seeking asylum in the UK. Read more

Published: 18th November, 2019

Updated: 8th June, 2020

Author: Clare Allen

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Community Sponsorship

Community Sponsorship

Working alongside the Home Office and various Local Authorities, we are building community groups to support the resettlement of some of the most vulnerable refugees in Britain. Read more

Published: 18th November, 2019

Updated: 10th June, 2020

Author: Clare Allen

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  • Social Action
Feeding Folk

Feeding Folk

Feeding Folk is an interfaith project that delivers meals to London’s street homeless on two Sundays a month. Read more

Published: 18th November, 2019

Updated: 10th June, 2020

Author: Clare Allen

Related topics:
  • Social Action
  • Interfaith
FoodCycle

FoodCycle

Interfaith partnership with St. Paul’s Church in Marylebone, serving the local community meals. Read more

Published: 18th November, 2019

Updated: 3rd August, 2020

Author: Clare Allen

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  • Social Action
Ma’un - Grenfell Kids Day Camp

Ma’un - Grenfell Kids Day Camp

We run a day activity camp, during the longer school holidays, for children affected by the Grenfell Tower fire. Read more

Published: 18th November, 2019

Author: Clare Allen

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  • Social Action
Winter Night Shelter

Winter Night Shelter

With your help we have done some excellent work supporting local homeless people during the lockdown...BUT THERE'S STILL MORE TO DO! Read more

Published: 18th November, 2019

Updated: 10th December, 2020

Author: Clare Allen

Related topics:
  • Social Action
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    Eretz Programme

    West London Synagogue’s popular ERETZ Programme is designed to keep the community in touch with Israel through a variety of bespoke events.

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    The Chanukah Gift Which Will Keep on Giving

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    Live Broadcast

    Streaming ensures that everyone who wishes to access our services is able to do so.

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    Become a Member

    We want to offer new and prospective members a choice of ways in which to find a comfortable place for themselves within West London Synagogue.

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    Conversion

    West London Synagogue welcomes anyone with the right motivation, who is considering becoming a ‘Jew by choice’.

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The West London Synagogue of British Jews, a Company limited by guarantee, registered in England & Wales.
Incorporation Number: 08578248  Registered Charity Number: 1155821

Registered office and all communications to be addressed to:
33 Seymour Place, London, W1H 5AU | 020 7723 4404 | [email protected]