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The government of Australia has bestowed a prestigious award on Jeremy Jones. The former president of the Executive Council of A

The government of Australia has bestowed a prestigious award on Jeremy Jones. The former president of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry was made a member of the Order of Australia. Jones is one of 15 Jews honored to celebrate the birthday of the British Queen Elizabeth II, who is also Australia's head of state. Jones, currently the director of international and community affairs at the Australia/Israel and Jewish Affairs Council, was recognized for his work in multicultural affairs as well as for his contribution to the Australian Jewish community. He has been involved in the Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation since 1993. He is a co-founder of the Australian National Dialogue of Christians, Muslims and Jews and is actively engaged in dialogue with Christian groups.

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