ABOUT JEWELL
JEWELL is an initiative to promote and enhance holistic wellbeing and resilience within the Cape Town Jewish Community.
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Our community, much like the rest of the world, has seen a steady rise in mental health and psychological challenges across various demographics, with elevated rates of depression, addiction, and suicide recorded over the past decade. More recently, having to navigate the Covid pandemic, the trauma of October 7th, the state in the Middle East, as well as heightened global and local antisemitism, many in our community are feeling increasingly vulnerable and anxious. Elevated concern around current and future safety and security, finds many struggling emotionally and psychologically.
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The wellbeing of our community is of paramount importance, and these challenges have underscored the need for a proactive approach to wellness. Addressing current and evolving individual and community needs, JEWELL focuses on areas of physical, emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual and financial wellness, with the aim to create a sustainable and supportive framework for individuals and families.
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Relevant offerings and a network of service providers in our community are collated and shared via the JEWELL website, Facebook page and Instagram page, accessible through sign-up and approval for security reasons.
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This initiative recognizes the importance of a unified and organised effort, and by leveraging existing resources, addressing gaps, and planning for a dedicated wellness centre, aims to foster a healthier and more resilient community.​
We invite you to join this journey towards a more innovative, supportive, and connected Cape Town Jewish future, where we continue to not only survive, but thrive as the unique, unparalleled, and world-renowned Jewish community that we are.
VISION​​​
A healthy, vibrant and resilient
Cape Town Jewish Community.
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MISSION
Promoting & enhancing individual
and community wellbeing by addressing current and evolving needs in the realms of physical, emotional, social, spiritual, financial and intellectual wellness.
VALUES
Respect, Dignity, Connection,
Compassion, Inclusion, Leadership​
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FACETS OF JEWELLNESS
JEWELLNESS is a state of Jewish Community wellbeing
influenced by the holistic wellness of its members.
Physical
Physical
Embracing habits that
promote bodily health, such
as nutrition, exercise, rest, and
preventive care. Enhancing vitality
and longevity for individuals
and the community
as a whole.
Spiritual
Spiritual
Cultivating beliefs, values, and
practices that foster inner peace,
purpose, meaning and connection
to others and something greater
than ourselves. Enriching
communal bonds and
collective meaning.
Social
Social
Fostering meaningful
relationships, communication, and
support networks that strengthen connectedness and belonging.
Promoting inclusivity, affiliation
and collaboration for
collective wellness and
social cohesion.
Intellectual
Intellectual
Participating in creative and mentally stimulating activities that develop knowledge and skills. Accessing cognitive potential for individual fulfilment and communal benefit, professionally and culturally.
Financial
Financial
Striving for equitable access to resources, financial literacy, and sustainable practices to ensure economic stability, empowerment,
and prosperity. Cultivating a culture of caring and sustainability for community members and organizations.
Emotional
Emotional
Nurturing self-awareness, empathy, and resilience to navigate diverse emotions and regulate behaviour. Fostering personal wellbeing, relationships and harmonious interactions within the community.