We believe the values we share are stronger than the differences that divide us.
Project Noah Victoria invites schools and workplaces to discover Jewish life, culture and tradition, and the values we all share that build a stronger community.
Rabbi Eli Schlanger
Rabbi Eli Schlanger saw the good in everyone he met, and spent his life helping others see it too. Project Noah was his way of sharing the values that unite us with a wider audience.
His life was tragically taken, but the light he carried did not go out. Project Noah Victoria continues his work, so every person who takes part carries a piece of his legacy forward.
Project Noah Victoria bridges the gap between communities to foster deeper understanding in schools and workplaces.
Bring Project Noah Victoria to your school or workplace
Book a workshop for your students or your team. Each session is shaped around your group and the values we share.
A 90-minute visit or school incursion for Years 5 to 12, shaped around your students.
For schools
Interactive sessions for primary and secondary students, held in Melbourne and tailored to your students' age group.
- A guided visit in Melbourne, or an incursion at your school
- Hands-on activities, such as challah baking
- Open Q&A where no question is off limits
- Mapped to the Victorian Curriculum
Sessions on cultural and antisemitism awareness for your staff, leaders and diversity networks.
For workplaces
Sessions for teams and organisations that want to build understanding and a stronger culture.
- 60 to 90 minute sessions at your workplace
- Cultural awareness and antisemitism awareness
- For staff, leadership teams and diversity networks
- Open, honest dialogue led by an experienced facilitator
See a session in action
Meet the heart behind the mission, Perele
“My brother Eli believed that when people truly meet one another, fear gives way to understanding. I started Project Noah Victoria to keep that work going, and I hope everyone who joins us leaves knowing how much we share.”
Common questions
Is the content religious?
Project Noah Victoria is an educational experience, not religious instruction. Participants learn about Jewish life, culture and tradition, and reflect on the values all communities share, such as kindness, respect, responsibility and compassion.
Which year levels is it suitable for?
School sessions are designed for Years 5 to 12, and each one is shaped around the age of the group and your school's intercultural learning goals.
How long is a session and where does it take place?
School sessions run for around 90 minutes, either as a visit in Melbourne or as an incursion at your school. Workplace sessions run for 60 to 90 minutes, at your workplace or at a venue in Melbourne.
How much does a session cost?
Pricing depends on group size and the format of the session. Get in touch and we'll send through options for your school or workplace.
What happens in a session?
Each session is an engaging, interactive experience that brings Jewish life and tradition to life. Participants explore the values we all share through personal stories, hands-on activities and Jewish customs, followed by an open Q&A with the Rabbi, where they can ask questions and learn in a welcoming, relaxed environment. They leave with a deeper understanding of Judaism and the values that connect us all.
Do participants need to know anything about Judaism?
Not at all. Sessions are designed for people with little or no prior knowledge, and no question is off limits.
Is it linked to the Victorian Curriculum?
Yes. School sessions map to Ethical Capability, Intercultural Capability, Civics and Citizenship, and Humanities in the Victorian Curriculum.
How do you keep students safe?
Project Noah Victoria follows the Victorian Child Safe Standards, and every facilitator holds a Working with Children Check.
Can you come to our school or workplace?
Yes. Alongside our visits in Melbourne, we run sessions at schools, workplaces, councils and community venues across Victoria.
Who runs Project Noah Victoria?
Project Noah Victoria was founded by Perele Goldhirsch, Rabbi Eli Schlanger's sister, to continue the program he began in Sydney. It is run by Project Noah VIC Ltd, a registered charity.
Are donations tax deductible?
Yes. Project Noah VIC Ltd is a registered charity with DGR status, so donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.
Bring Project Noah Victoria to your school or workplace
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