Rabbi Sender Kavka - Director

Rebbitzin Chana Kavka MS- SpEd - Programs Director

Shayna Wolman

Shayna's genuine and inclusive personality makes being involved with Friendship Circle truly rewarding. Shayna makes it a priority to get to know FC participants. Shayna looks after many Friends@Home visits, coordinates iVolunteer and other programs.

Leah Lazarus 

Leah is currently pursueing a nursing degree at Ramsay Health at St George hospital. She hopes to finish her degree in the coming years as a midwife. Leah's warm and welcoming personality make her a joy to talk to. She is responsible for coordinating children and teen programming.  

Jayne Gescheit, Dip. Teach. E.C.E.

Special Education Consultant 

Jayne has over 25 years experience in the Jewish Community working one-on-one with children who have special needs, as well as mainstream teaching. As a senior consultant at the Friendship Circle, Jayne brings to the organisation her skills and experience in programming, innovation and creativity.

Mandy Shapiro BSc(OT)
Volunteer Training Consultant