Statement of Queensland Jewish Board of Deputies

The devastation and destruction caused by the floods in Queensland has shocked everyone.

The impact of the floods has been felt across the community and it is now evident that some Jewish people have been affected. To what extent, we are unsure at this time.

The Queensland Jewish Board of Deputies Inc. (QJBD) is very grateful for the work of Chabad of Rural and Regional Australia who have been in regular contact with Jewish people in flooded areas.

Over the next few days, and as Brisbane experiences more significant flooding, the QJBD, together with Queensland Jewish Community Services and the Jewish Help in Need Society seek your assistance with the following:

1. If you know of any Jewish people who are need of assistance as a result of the floods, please contact the Queensland Jewish Community Services and the Jewish Help in Need Society - Ari Heber (Mobile 0423 194 737)

2. If you do have furniture, household products, Judaica, books, or anything else you wish to donate to a Jewish family in need, please contact Ari via email.

Please note that until people’s needs are known Ari will hold a register of what is available and co-ordinate distribution at an appropriate time.

3. If you have any spare rooms for Jewish evacuees who need a temporary place to stay due to the floods, please contact Ari via email.

Please forward this email on to your friends and family.

In addition, we encourage all members of the Jewish community to donate to various appeals such as the Premier's Flood Relief Appeal.

Our community’s thoughts and prayers go to those who have lost loved-ones in the floods and those who have been impacted in any way.

Shalom

Jason Steinberg
President
QJBD Inc.