Our Staff

Joel Lazar | CEO

Joel is a powerful storyteller, voracious inquirer, thoughtful collaborator, strategic decision-maker and passionate mentor. Joel's skills and experience are diverse, spanning commercial law, educational program design, Jewish youth leadership, facilitation and scriptwriting. Joel’s passion for...

Josh Blode | Campaigns Lead

Josh is a passionate and active member of the Jewish community having volunteered and worked in youth empowerment and the not-for- profit sector. He completed his Masters of Environment and Sustainability from...

Jordy Kornfeld | Digital Community Manager

Jordana is a deeply curious and creative communicator, using her background in art therapy, group facilitation and design to empower people and create connection within communities of all sizes. She has spent...

Ashley Densham | Public Programs Coordinator

Ash is an engaging communicator and practised community builder, with over 10 years of experience in the facilitation and education space. Holding degrees in environmental science and botany, Ash is passionate about...

Elinor Hasenfratz | Programs and Communications Coordinator

Elinor is a dynamic and incisive communicator with extensive background in both formal and informal education, including expertise across a range of specialist teaching areas. She is the former president of the Youth...