Tal Bassali Daniel Needlestone
Red 5
If language is culture, shouldn't Hebrew be the language of the Jewish people? Can Hebrew solve some of the challenges of Jewish identity? We believe that a common vocabulary can strengthen Jewish peoplehood and support goals of Jewish identity. Come found out how.
Red 2
Have you heard of cognitive load theory? Retrieval practice? Whole group feedback? Come to this session if you are an informal (or formal) educator who would like to add techniques to your toolkit informed by cognitive science and the coalface of the classroom. Teen madrichim (youth leaders) are also welcome.
Red 4
Does Judaism mandate that our investments, be they synagogue development funds or personal pensions, are invested according to socially responsible principles (environmental, social and governance)? Or is it just so much greenwash, making a gesture that does not really make a difference? A study session and an eco-Judaism debate.
Red 7 - Brightsmith
Do you love to sing? Join Marques Hollie, co-director of a US-based cultural project expanding the ancient and transformative practice of Jewish communal singing, for sweet communal song. Marques will have songs ready to teach and lead, but participants are also encouraged to bring songs they love to sing.
Red 1
As an Arab Affairs reporter, I've had the opportunity to conduct numerous interviews with Hamas members; from the family of a suicide bomber to a senior member of the Islamic movement's political bureau. What insights have I gleaned from these interactions and where did I get it wrong?