Kadimah 2026

The role of the Chevra Kadisha within Jewish life. Who is the Chevra Kadisha? What does the Chevra do and how? The nature of responsibility and caring for community. Drawing on real life experiences to highlight the importance of the work and the challenges.

What really drives a group and the people in it? In this session, we’ll break down what makes groups tick: who takes charge, who follows, and why. Through real-life stories from politics, the army, and everyday communities, we’ll explore how personal goals, power dynamics, and relationships shape a group’s culture - and how to identify the movers and shakers behind the scenes.

As Israel faces major challenges at home and abroad, crucial questions are shaping the national conversation. Explore the issues that matter most to Israeli voters and what they reveal about the future of the Jewish state.

Crossing the Line: Antisemitism vs. Legitimate Criticism of Israel is an interactive session that equips participants to recognise antisemitism in its classical, denial, and anti-Zionist forms, and to distinguish it from legitimate criticism of Israel. Using the 3D Test (Demonisation, Delegitimisation, Double Standards) alongside real-world examples, we will unpack common manifestations of antisemitism and explore what Zionism and anti-Zionism actually mean. The second half is practical: participants will learn the A.R.M. method (Address, Reframe, Message) and workshop responses to some of the most challenging rhetoric circulating today.

This session will explore the unique experiences and insights gained from leading delegations of Members of Parliament, journalists, and public figures to Israel in the aftermath of October 7. We’ll discuss how the attacks reshaped the region’s narrative, the emotional impact on visitors, and the broader implications for international engagement and policy.