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Earthquake damage to a home in Venezuela, where families are beginning the long road to recovery.
July 17, 2026, 10:45 am
How Venezuela’s tiny Jewish community became a refuge after the earthquake
After opening its doors to hundreds of Jewish and non-Jewish survivors, the community is now rebuilding with support from World Jewish Relief
By Annabel Sinclair
World Jewish Relief's STEP Ukraine programme provides personalised employment support and English language tuition. Photo Credit: Adam Soller Photography / World Jewish Relief
July 13, 2026, 2:04 pm
World Jewish Relief employment scheme delivers £31.5m boost to UK economy
Independent review finds government-backed programme helped more than 13,000 displaced Ukrainians into work while benefiting Britain
By Annabel Sinclair
A member of Kyiv's Jewish community, whose home was damaged in a Russian attack in May. Photo: WJR
July 2, 2026, 2:32 pm
World Jewish Relief raises £540k as deadly Kyiv assault highlights urgent support need
More than 1,150 donors backed the appeal before Russia’s largest aerial attack on Kyiv left at least 18 people dead and around 90 injured
By Annabel Sinclair
SmartAID search and rescue volunteers work through the night at a collapsed building following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. Credit: SmartAID.
June 29, 2026, 1:07 pm
Three Venezuelan Jews confirmed dead in earthquake as Israeli aid efforts intensify
Four community members remain missing as Israeli and UK Jewish organisations expand relief efforts following Venezuela’s devastating earthquakes
By Annabel Sinclair
Yulia and her daughters after receiving psychological support through World Jewish Relief's Ukraine programmes. Credit: World Jewish Relief
June 23, 2026, 1:38 pm
World Jewish Relief launches £500k emergency appeal for Israelis and Ukrainians traumatised by war
36-hour matched fundraising drive aims to expand therapy, suicide prevention and trauma support programmes
By Annabel Sinclair
Ida Drobytko outside her damaged apartment building in Sumy after a Russian strike forced her from her home. (Photo: World Jewish Relief)
June 11, 2026, 12:12 pm
Holocaust survivors among Jewish Ukrainians hit by escalating Russian attacks
World Jewish Relief says funds are urgently needed to help repair an estimated 1,000 damaged Jewish homes
By Annabel Sinclair
Jewish community member in Ukraine whose home was damaged by Russian strike and then repaired by World Jewish Relief
June 4, 2026, 10:42 am
When the suffering fades from the headlines, our Jewish responsibility remains
After more than four years of war, there is a risk that we stop seeing the human stories behind the statistics. We cannot allow that to happen.
By Paul Anticoni
Paul Anticoni OBE
April 18, 2026, 10:16 am
World Jewish Relief chief Paul Anticoni to step down after 21 years
Veteran humanitarian announces 2027 departure as charity responds to Ukraine attacks and rising global need
By Annabel Sinclair
Damage to the inside of the Jewish Community Centre after a drone strike. Photo Credit: WJR
April 17, 2026, 1:53 pm
Drone strike hits near Jewish community centre in Ukraine as elderly forced to shelter
More than 100 elderly people take cover as blast damages key hub of Jewish life near frontline
By Annabel Sinclair
Members of the Jewish community in Kryvyi Rih gather at a local support centre ahead of Passover. Credit: World Jewish Relief
April 1, 2026, 2:00 pm
Pesach costs soar for Ukraine’s Jews as fuel prices spike
Rising oil costs and blackouts make Passover preparations increasingly difficult across war-hit communities
By Annabel Sinclair
Broadcaster and Journalist Emma Barnett hosting the evening
February 25, 2026, 1:15 pm
Emma Barnett leads Jews rallying behind World Jewish Relief at London dinner
Broadcaster shares refugee story as charity raises millions amid war, displacement and rising global antisemitism
By Annabel Sinclair
His Majesty The King speaks with World Jewish Relief staff and refugee professionals during a jobs fair hosted by the Royal Household at St James’s Palace. Credit: World Jewish Relief
February 18, 2026, 2:07 pm
King drops in as Jewish charity helps 500 refugee professionals at Palace jobs fair
World Jewish Relief-backed initiative brings royal backing to refugee employment amid UK skills shortages
By Annabel Sinclair
World Jewish Relief Chief Executive Paul Anticoni (left) and Chair Maurice Helfgott (right), with one of the Ukrainian Jews being helped by the charity in the wake of Russian attacks
February 4, 2026, 1:04 pm
Under fire in Ukraine, World Jewish Relief continues to make a difference
The chief executive of World Jewish Relief spent 7 hours in a basement shelter as Russian missiles hit Kyiv on Monday. He talks to Jewish News about the charity's ongoing efforts
By Daniel Sugarman
David Weisberg, newly appointed Executive Director of World Jewish Relief USA.
January 15, 2026, 10:33 am
World Jewish Relief names David Weisberg to lead US arm amid global crises
Veteran Jewish philanthropy leader appointed as charity expands emergency response to conflict and disaster worldwide
By Annabel Sinclair
His Majesty King Charles III with World Jewish Relief chair Maurice Helfgott and Jonathan Ornstein, chief executive of the Jewish Community Centre of Kraków, during a visit linked to the centre’s work supporting Jewish life and refugees. Credit: World Jewish Relief (WJR)
December 23, 2025, 12:22 pm
King backs Jewish humanitarian response in Ukraine with personal donation
Royal patron gives fresh support to World Jewish Relief as war deepens and needs intensify
By Annabel Sinclair
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