About
Seen, supported, empowered.
Jad Lenoar was founded in Zurich in 2016. What began as a small initiative has grown into an international organisation active in Switzerland and Gibraltar, with a new group forming in Israel.
The young people who come to us carry different things: an unmet wish to belong, conflict at home, loneliness, emotional distress, addiction, depression or suicidal thoughts. Some spend time on the streets. They find us through friends, teachers or professionals. We do not recruit.
Our social workers and mentors have the trust of the young people. Where needed, we work with an established network of doctors, psychologists and social workers.
What our work stands on
Emotional and psychological health
Discreet, compassionate support for youth navigating mental health challenges, trauma, addiction and emotional instability.
Safe spaces and belonging
Warm, welcoming environments where young people feel safe, accepted and free to be themselves.
Growth and Jewish identity
Mentorship and meaningful engagement help young people explore their values and build an authentic, empowered identity.
The people behind it
- Meir SchlamméFounder & CEO
- Rabbi S. SchlossbergLead rabbinical advisor
- Nafti HalonbrennerFinance & Accounting
- Yonatan BenettMarketing & Logistics
Switzerland
Gibraltar
Israel
Three regions, one mission
- Zurich, since 2016SwitzerlandThree discreet centres, around 80 young people supported, mentoring, classes, supervised housing.Open page
- since 2024GibraltarA central penthouse as a safe place, over 30 young people supported, a focus on prevention.Open page
- new initiativeIsraelSmall weekly meet-ups for young men entering university and working life.Open page