Yellow 22
This session will describe one of the most widespread and least-known outbreaks of anti-Jewish violence in medieval Europe, in a country in which Jews had lived for over 1,000 years, regarded as one in which they enjoyed greatest freedom and success; how it became the precursor to the tragedies of Inquisition and the expulsion of 1492.
1391 Limmud.pdf
Jacqueline Nicholls Mekella Broomberg
Purple 31 (Bar)
What constitutes a Jewish piece of art? Does it have a specific anatomy? What are the stories that need to be told? JW3 have grappled with these questions. Whether we’re talking about theatre, film, writing, music... we’re excited to discover new incarnations and widen perceptions. Part discussion, part sharing. Be part of the conversation.
Jeff Berger Rivka David Kashif Merchant
Blue 34
From 26-30 August 2019, Camp Unity Borehamwood hosted 35 children in a multicultural, multi-faith residential camping experience. Our focus was on building social cohesion at the grass roots level and uniting a local community that is robust but self-segregating. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Is this a model to be replicated elsewhere?
Green 25
'Design thinking' is a process used to solve problems and innovate solutions. The first stage of this process is 'empathy'. In this interactive workshop we will explore this to gain a better understanding of the challenges faced by people with disabilities through different experiences.
Blue 33
To create a healthy, safe, just world, we’ll have to change. While that may seem hard, psychologists are learning how to make it easier. Using three principles of behaviour change, and finding inspiration in Judaism, you can change yourself and your community. Be a part of the solution to climate change. Don’t be frustrated, flick the switch!
Marie van der Zyl Amanda Bowman Sheila Gewolb
Orange 13
An insider's look at the Board of Deputies of British Jews. Hear from the President and Vice Presidents about their advocacy work in representing the diverse Jewish community - and hear how we saved Sukkot along the way.
Daniel Morgan-Thomas Jeanette Rosenberg Leigh Dworkin
Main Bar
If you've ever had any queries about your family's origins, why not come to talk to some of JGSGB's experienced genealogists who will give you some guidance on how to get started or where to look next. You are welcome to bring any documents or pictures you may have to help you get the most out of your consultation session.
Adam Overlander-Kaye Robin Nobel Libby Burkeman Amy Braier
Red 6
A chugger approaches you, you receive an appeal letter, you hear about the work of a charity your friend benefited from - with about 166,000 charities in the UK alone, there are so many people asking for your support. How do funders choose causes to focus on and what drives professional fundraisers? This could help with your own giving dilemmas!
Yellow 23
We welcome John Mann back to Limmud with representatives from Chelsea and Borussia Dortmund as they step up their campaign to get every club in Europe to sign the IHRA. Can you play your part, getting your team to sign the IHRA too?
Jonathan Romain David Mitchell
Red 7
One of the best kept religious secrets has been the revolution that has been quietly taking place within Judaism over the last two decades as it has grappled with contemporary issues, such as immoral parts of the Bible, atheist Jews, non-Jews with Jewish heritage, pre-marital sex and religious racism. Find out the results and give your own opinion.
Red 5
This series explores excerpts from Kalonymous Kalman Shapira, the Piaseczna Rebbe (d.1943). The Piaseczna’s inspiring and redemptive ideas address our inherent spiritual nature and how we awaken to the Divine presence within us. This session discusses cultivating closeness with the Divine immanently through an ongoing private conversation.
Jewish Living as the Cultivation of a Spiritual Practice 1_3.pdf
Orange 15
The incredible story of three young engineers who decided to put the first privately funded spacecraft on the moon. All about an amazing journey with a goal much greater than the moon itself - a journey aiming to ‘beat the impossible’ and inspire the next generation of visionaries to follow their dreams.
Helena Miller Tamra Wright Raphael Zarum Joanne Greenaway
Yellow 24
Research tells us that Jewish schools instil a great community feeling and a strong sense of Jewish identity. Young people tell us that (mostly) they really enjoy their Jewish schools. Educators want graduates to leave Jewish schools with an excellent level of Jewish knowledge. Is it possible to do all three? What should we prioritise?
Orange 10
This illustrated talk focuses on a map showing the extent of Jewish East London in 1899, drawn up in the period leading up to the Aliens Act, which for the first time limited migration to the UK. We will see how careful analysis of such maps can reveal the social, spatial and political complexity of what is too simply labelled as 'segregation'.
Mapping Segregation handout.pdf
Green 27
As part of the work of the new Jewish Grandparents Network we will explore this newly explored life stage, what it might mean and the potential that it has to shape future generations. You do not have to be a grandparent to participate because we will also be taking the time to think more deeply about our own grandparent-grandchild relationships.
Orange 11
We'll look at the history of women's rabbinic ordination in the Reform, Conservative/Masorti, and Reconstructionist movements before surveying what's happening today in the Orthodox world, with over fifty women who have Orthodox ordination, in the USA, Israel ... and the UK!
Red 2
This session will look at four or so recent human rights cases involving discrimination against Jews.
limmuddec19religionfinalfinal.pptx
Orange 14
Sefaria is the world's largest library of free Torah texts and includes many tools for learning and exploring. In this tutorial you'll learn the ins and outs of using Sefaria including how to navigate the library, research texts by topics, and create your own source sheets with Sefaria's source sheet builder.
Red 4
This is a whistle stop tour of 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People', by Stephen Covey, interpreted from a Jewish perspective. Covey’s habits can be found in Torah sources, based on the Hebrew phrase, “Torat Chaim” meaning teachings for life – wisdom for living. Join me to learn how to be more successful in your professional and personal life.
Abigail Morris Rachel Heilbron
Hilton Lobby
Bring your swimsuit and meet us in the pool to share special moments when immersing, swimming or being near water, and be inspired by what others have written about water. We will share plans for a new centre for wellbeing with mikveh at its heart – rethinking of an ancient act to help people move from moments of transition in their lives. Please note, there is a £5 entry charge to use the hotel pool.
Limmud - The power of water - handout 1.pdf
Limmud - The power of water - handout 2.pdf
Red 3
We live in an age of company fines reaching over $1bn dollars, more countries introducing their own anti-corruption and anti-bribery laws and enormous state whistleblowing rewards. What helpful perspectives does Judaism have to offer our corporations, their employees and the public?
Orange 12
Every year, over 50% of the community’s 16 year-olds go on a youth movement Israel Tour. But does Israel Tour strengthen their connection to Israel and Judaism? Is Tour still relevant now that so many go to Israel with their Jewish schools? In this session we will look at the data and discuss how to make Tour more impactful for generations to come.
Green 26
Interactive session exploring rituals, stories, texts & healing meditations for those on fertility journeys, & a facilitated discussion on creating safe spaces for those on this journey. Discover how to support people as they travel toward growing their families. Attendees who are on a fertility journey are welcome to share or not, as they wish.
Fertility Journeys_ A Jewish Healing Guide - Mayyim Hayyim.pdf
My Miscarriage and My Mikveh - Mayyim Hayyim.pdf
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