Kadimah 2026

Just like Uber transformed transportation and Airbnb changed the way we vacation, we too can revolutionise how we engage with and connect to Jewish tradition, culture, values, wisdom, and text.

With creativity and courageous leadership, we can imagine new innovations for a dynamic and connected Jewish life in Melbourne,  addressing the unique challenges and seizing the opportunities we face in this difficult time.

If you're ready to envision bold, new ideas to Jewish experiences and create something truly inspiring, this workshop is for you. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to think about what may be possible!

How do we show up when we are contemplating complex questions, and how can we be so sure we are right (and they are wrong) when we are sitting around the table? We will put ourselves and our brains to the test to work out who we can trust. (Beware: mind games included.)

From the Holocaust to the founding of Israel, this lecture explores how the SS Exodus 1947, the Bergson Group, and the UNSCOP investigations transformed world opinion and helped shape the vote for a Jewish state. Through political activism, refugee testimony, and international diplomacy, discover how one ship became a turning point in modern Jewish history.

Join us for "Jewish Name Alchemy," a fun and creative workshop where you'll explore the magic behind your name and what it means to you. Dive into the stories and qualities your name carries, and bring it to life through art. No art skills needed—just imagination!

From IVF and surrogacy to sperm donation and genetic testing, modern technology has transformed the way Jewish families are created. This session explores how halakha grapples with the emotional, ethical, and deeply human questions raised by contemporary fertility and reproductive medicine.

An exploration of tzedakah and ma'aser, and the tension between spending on yourself and giving to others.