On Rosh Hashanah, we dip apples in honey and wish one another L’Shanah Tova U’Metuka – have a sweet and happy New Year.
That’s why, this Rosh Hashanah, we are proud to bring you this sweet gift — a jar of honey produced in South Africa, alongside our partners, The Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) and Mensch network member organisation Ripples for Change, as part of JDC’s Ubuntu Beekeeping Project.
JDC is the leading global Jewish humanitarian organisation, who for more than 109 years, has been helping the world’s most vulnerable people begin anew. Whether they’re delivering life-saving aid to those affected by the recent magnitude-7.8 earthquake in Turkey or setting up medical clinics for refugees fleeing the Ukraine crisis, they are the Jewish hands that help communities of all backgrounds and faiths rebuild — ensuring a future that is vibrant, safe, and, yes, sweet.
We are so proud to be the JDC’s official Jewish South African partners on the ground and to bring this project to our community.
The Ubuntu Beekeeping Project empowers women in rural South Africa to foster sustainable livelihoods. Through our visionary programme, these women receive comprehensive support to develop successful honey production businesses — beekeeping training, beehive installation assistance, financial education, and mentorship from experienced women entrepreneurs. This programme enables the women to boost their income, enhance food security, and create a brighter future for themselves and their families. By investing in bees and nurturing their natural ecosystem, these resilient women become successful entrepreneurs and advocates for sustainability. Their achievements not only inspire others but also contribute to the preservation of biodiversity and the vital role of pollination in our environment.
You will soon be able to purchase a sweet gift of honey from this project at retailers in our community! Check the Mensch website and our social media for more information!
L’Shanah Tovah U’Metuka! From all of us at Mensch!
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