What we do

We provide meaningful Jewish experiences to students to develop and strengthen their Jewish identity and leadership.

The Australasian Union of Jewish Students (AUJS) has represented Jewish students on campus across Australia and New Zealand since 1948. AUJS operates at national, regional and campus levels. Our student leaders, together with our administrative and support staff, are responsible for bringing Jewish life to you on and off-campus. Our key areas of operation are:


Jewish & Community Engagement 34% increase in Jewish Identity after engaging with AUJS. 73% of AUJS Leadership and Development Program (LDP) alumni engaged in their Jewish Communities.	Advocacy World-class campaigns with a reach of 120,000+ The primary Jewish voice on campuses, fighting Anti-Semitism.

Leadership & Development 5,700+ young Jewish leaders developed. 38% of AUJS Leadership Development Program (LDP) alumni become CEOs.	International Programs 10,000+ Israel program participants. $80m+ invested in the Israeli economy.

Social Events 18 Campuses in 6 regions, across Australia and New Zealand, host a variety of events near you. These events include Purim, Pesach, Yom Ha'atzmaut, bar nights, political seminars, AUJS Ball, end of semester catchup and BBQs	The Susan Wakil Fellowship Each year, 14 University students participate in the Susan Wakil Fellowship. The Fellowship provides a nurturing platform for Jewish students to learn how to make an impact upon the issues that are being felt by their fellow students and fellow Australians.

AUJS is an Affiliate of the World Union of Jewish Students.

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Latest

HEIM

(HEIM) is a project that endeavours to increase community awareness and involvement with homelessness issues in Victoria, and aims to provide a space for existing organisations to collaborate in reaching a wider audience.
The Marlis Cohen OAM AUJS Leaders Awards

Recognising extraordinary leaders across Australia and New Zealand
The Shared Table

AUJS NSW Leadership and Development Officer, Sarah Sack, writes an inspiring article about the power of transformative events and standing up for change.
The Secret To Happiness

When you google “Happiness”, what you’ll see are a series of self-help and psychology websites with practical advice and philosophies on how to be happier. The surprising fact is that while the research suggests one thing, our collective sense of how to be happy is so far from reality. To find out more, check out AUJS Member, Sofia Majzner's take on the secret to happiness.

Jewish & Community Engagement

Advocacy

Leadership & Development

International Programs

Social Events