Kadimah 2026: Full Schedule

Welcome to Kadimah!

This conference is about taking your Jewish education to the next level.

We’re moving forward, looking to the future, advancing our learning and pushing forward the conversation about what it means to live a meaningful Jewish life.

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10:00am AEST

From Disputes to Decisions: The Global Power of the ICJ

Saturday July 11, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am AEST

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Speakers

Rabbi Justice Marcus Solomon

Rabbi Justice Marcus Solomon is the first Orthodox rabbi to serve as a Supreme Court Justice in Australia. He has studied Jewish thought at Yeshivot in Australia, Israel, and at “770” in New York under the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson. Passionate about education, Rabbi... Read More →

Saturday July 11, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am AEST
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Israel

11:15am AEST

Israel and the Geopolitics of the Middle East

Saturday July 11, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm AEST

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This session explores how the traditional model of the ‘Palestinian / Israeli Conflict’ fails to accurately illustrate the new wider context Israel finds itself in across the Middle East. We will explore Israel’s new role in a reorientated region and try to predict possible futures.

Speakers

Dan Sztrajt

Dan Sztrajt is the first alumnus to serve as Principal of Mount Scopus Memorial College, bringing a deep personal connection and decades of experience to the role. A passionate advocate for community and education, Dan served as a Councillor and Deputy Mayor for the City of Glen Eira... Read More →

Saturday July 11, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm AEST
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Israel

12:15pm AEST

Becoming Jewish: a Journey of Faith

Saturday July 11, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm AEST

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Speakers

Tzippy Lowinger

Tzippy Lowinger grew up on the beaches of Australia and moved to the city to study and be an early childhood educator. As an educator and parent, she believes children should be valued for the people they are now, not just what they will become.

Saturday July 11, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm AEST
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Community and Identity