Who We Are
Stand Up exists because Jewish values demand it.
For generations, the Jewish community has been called to pursue justice, show compassion and take responsibility for the world around us. The Torah gave us the timeless commandment: Tzedek tzedek tirdof — justice, justice, pursue it. For us, this is not merely a slogan; it is a way of life. Stand Up brings that tradition into urgent, practical action today: mobilising the Australian Jewish community to play a meaningful role in the broader society we share.
We believe the strongest communities are those that reach outward. And we believe this moment - fractured, fearful, fast-moving - calls for precisely that kind of leadership.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to build a community of Jewish leaders who are serious about social change.
We do this by creating rigorous opportunities for people to deepen their Jewish identity, sharpen their leadership skills, and work alongside other communities on the challenges that matter. This is how we are preparing a new generation to deliver the real-world impact we need so badly.
How We Work
Our work is grounded in two core pillars.
1. Activating Emerging Leaders
We develop young people into confident, skilled leaders. Our leaders learn to navigate complexity, hold their identity with pride, and show up in public life with integrity and purpose. We are expanding this work, because the next generation of Jewish leadership is not something we can afford to leave to chance.
2. Allyship in Action
We build genuine, long-term partnerships with communities beyond our own — grounded in listening, respect and years of sustained relationship and connection. Our partnerships are not transactional. They are the foundation of the social cohesion Australia needs.
Together, these pillars are helping shape a Jewish community that takes its place in the broader Australian community, proud, connected and ready to take on what's ahead.