Voluntarias Judeo Mexicanas (VJM) – Mexican Jewish Volunteers – became ICJW’s Mexico affiliate in 2013. They are a Jewish women’s group based in in Mexico City who help Mexican families with low incomes, working closely with a number of local educational and healthcare organizations.
Action, Gratitude, and Tikkun Olam – 2026 Update
We have had the honor of working in partnership with the Embassy of Israel in Mexico and various institutions, joining efforts to support those most in need in our country.
Our work is born out of gratitude. Mexico opened its doors to our grandparents when they had to flee Europe, offering them refuge and the opportunity to rebuild their lives. Today, as descendants of that history and as women committed to social action, we return that generosity through deeds, actively contributing to the well-being of Mexican society.
Among our recent projects, we supported a primary school by creating and updating a computer center, providing students with technological tools that strengthen their education and expand their development opportunities in an increasingly digital world.
Art also became a bridge of unity. We painted a mural symbolizing the brotherhood between Mexico and Israel, representing the meeting of two cultures that share values of resilience, hope, and community. Participants in this project included members of the Embassy, Jewish Mexican Volunteers, and a group of young people facing addiction issues. For them, this experience meant much more than an artistic activity: it was an opportunity for integration, dialogue, and feeling part of something positive, allowing them, if only for a moment, to step away from their struggles and reconnect with their potential.
Everything we do is inspired by the profound Jewish value of Tikkun Olam, the commitment to repair the world through concrete actions. We believe that every gesture of solidarity, every educational project, and every bridge we build between people and cultures is a way to transform realities and sow hope.
We continue to work with sensitivity, responsibility, and love for Mexico, honoring our history and building a future with greater equality and opportunities for all.
About Voluntarias Judeo Mexicanas
We are a group of women committed to community service and social responsibility, inspired by the Jewish values of solidarity, justice, and repairing the world. Through educational, cultural, and social projects, we actively work to support vulnerable sectors of Mexican society, strengthening ties between communities and promoting active participation, respect, and inclusion.
Our work reflects a deep gratitude to Mexico—a country that provided refuge and opportunities to previous generations—and reaffirms our commitment to contribute positively and constructively to the country’s development.
Because serving is not just about helping: it is about honoring our history, strengthening our roots, and building a legacy of hope for future generations.
