Our Community Heroes
Written by Movement for Reform Judaism Friday, 18 November 2011
Sylvia Morris, Administrator of the Reform Beit Din and Tzvia Klier from Alyth (North Western Reform Synagogue) have both been shortlisted for the annual Community Hero award from the Jewish News in partnership with Mitzvah Day.
Candidates are nominated for their commitment to helping others in the Jewish community and beyond.
You can find out more and read their nominations at the Jewish News website.
Sylvia's nomination mentions that she has helped guide about 2,500 people through the life changing experience of conversion with the Movement's Beit Din with a caring, warm and considerate approach.
This has been achieved against the backdrop of immense tragedy as Sylvia's daughter, Karen, lost her fight against leukaemia aged just 23. Since then, Sylvia has raised in excess of £1000,000 to support those suffering from leukaemia.
Sylvia was nominated for the award by Ben Rich, Chief Executive of the Reform Movement.
Tzvia's nomination notes her dedication to breaking down barriers and eradicating the stigma surrounding learning difficulties and mental health issues in her community.
Tzvia instigated regular Shabbat evening meals and onegs at Alyth where those with learning difficulties and people challenged by mental illness are welcomed to join the community. She also welcomes these guests into her own home offering them a place to spend chagim and Shabbatot and keeps track of their progress in life.
Tzvia was nominated by Rabbi Mark Goldsmith.
The winner will be selected from eight shortlisted candidates by a Jewish News panel.
Good luck to both candidates, we are very proud of you and your achievements.
From the Karen Morris Memorial Trust: how you can help...
On Saturday 10th December the KMMT is collecting at Brent Cross. If you are 16 or over, please consider sparing an hour or two to hold out a bucket. Any time you can give between 9.30 am and 5.30 pm will be so appreciated. And please spread the word among your family and friends. The more collectors we have, the more money we can raise and the higher we can raise our profile in the wider community.
The KMMT was set up in memory of a sorely missed RSY Netzer youth worker who lost her battle against leukaemia in September 1998. To date the Trust has raised over £1,500,000 and is funding 3 Karen’s Homes from Home for leukaemia patients and their families in leading haematology departments in the UK as well as complementary services for leukaemia patients which would not otherwise be available and which are proven to alleviate just a little their physical and emotional pain.
Please contact Sylvia at
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if you are able to collect on 10th December and follow the KMMT on Facebook
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