Bob Blackman supports Mitzvah Day in the House of Commons

Bob Blackman, Member of Parliament for Harrow East, joined Mitzvah Day organisers in the House of Commons on Tuesday 16th October to raise awareness of interfaith projects and social action happening across the country.

Mitzvah Day 2018 is taking place on Sunday 18th November.

· What is a Mitzvah? A Mitzvah is a commandment in Jewish law however it is often used to mean a good deed or an act of kindness and that is the basis for Mitzvah Day. It is an integral part of Jewish life.

· What happens on the day On Mitzvah Day, people give their time, not money, to make a difference to the community around them. People are introduced to social action, their neighbours and local charities
which address real needs. Jewish led, it brings people of other faiths and of none, to volunteer side by side.

· The vision Guided by the Jewish values of tikkun olam, gemilut chasadim and tzedek, the vision is of Jews and non-Jews coming together to build more cohesive neighbourhoods and to strengthen civil society.

· Values Mitzvah Day is rooted in Jewish values that underpin the projects and partnerships so that they have a real, lasting impact
Commenting on the event, Bob Blackman said:
‘I have had the pleasure of partaking in Mitzvah Day for many years. I am looking forward to the events in November and seeing friends of all faiths giving back to the community.’