Our strategy

Our bold 2024-27 strategy outlines our Jewish values-led vision for a UK where refugees are welcomed, in a society free from racism.

Shaped by our staff, trustees, partners, and the people we work with, it is guided by our Jewish values, history and experience.

Compassion (Rachamim). Compassion, according to Maimonides, is a defining characteristic of a Jewish person. We need to shine out the light of compassion on others in need.

Responsibility (Arvut). Jewish people are asked to be ‘responsible’ for each other. So we as a people should share responsibility with the wider world and this should drive us to help those seeking refuge and asylum.

Solidarity (Shlemut). We are not complete without others. This value should drive us to work together with other communities in order to solve problems and work toward a more compassionate society.

Partnership (Gishur). We believe in collaboration with individuals and organisations. This will be an act of bridging between different worldviews and communities. But in partnership we believe that more change can be achieved.

We stand for a world in which refugees find safety, community, and are welcomed by good neighbours. This strategy will introduce new campaigns and practical support projects toward this aim, giving meaningful opportunities for the Jewish community to learn, engage and advocate.

We also understand that racism and migrant rights are deeply interconnected. This strategy therefore also commits to introducing new resources and sessions, drawing on linkages between different forms of xenophobia and racism, and the experiences of refugees.

With right-wing populism on the rise in the UK, and beyond, this work is more important than ever. Together – and with your support – we are optimistic about helping to build a Britain which is a far better place for displaced people.

This strategy outlines four key strategic areas of work: advocating, mobilising, supporting, and thriving.

By 2028, we will be:

• Advocating, as the go-to Jewish organisation in refugee and asylum policy and recognised as the bold, confident, Jewish voice working toward a society in which displaced people can flourish free from xenophobia and racism.
• Mobilising, leading a Jewish movement built on passionate, informed, and effective networks taking part in multiple pathways of engagement. This includes networking within the Jewish community, engaging youth and students, and working to facilitate local Jewish support for refugees and asylum seekers as well as for community cohesion work.
• Supporting, significantly impacting refugees and people seeking asylum to navigate the system through welcoming, empowering, and volunteer-driven programmes.
• Thriving, as a financially sustainable organisation underpinned by a team culture that prioritises innovation and inclusion attracting high calibre staff, volunteers, and partners.

Contact us today to join our movement, or if you would like to support this work.