International Jewish Educators Convene in Israel for Conference
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Around 250 Jewish educators from global communities will attend the "International Jewish Educator Conference" in Israel from October 12-15, 2026. The event, led by the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, aims to bolster Jewish identity and ties to Israel among youth. The conference includes a gala, professional workshops, and educational tours, with a special focus on communities affected by the October 7th events. The inaugural "International Jewish Educator Award" will also be presented.
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- 250 Jewish educators from around the world will attend an international conference in Israel from October 12-15, 2026.
- The conference, led by the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, aims to strengthen Jewish identity and connection to Israel.
- The event will include a gala with President Yitzhak Herzog and Minister Amichai Chikli.
- The first "International Jewish Educator Award" will honor eight outstanding educators.
- Participants will engage in workshops and educational tours, including areas impacted by the October 7th events.
Approximately 250 Jewish educators, including network directors, school principals, and teachers from dozens of Jewish communities worldwide, will arrive in Israel next week for the "International Jewish Educator Conference." The event, scheduled for October 12-15, 2026, is spearheaded by the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and the Fight Against Antisemitism, in collaboration with UnitEd and the Matar system. Its primary goal is to strengthen Jewish identity and the connection to Israel among the younger generation.
Joining the international contingent will be 100 Israeli educators, in partnership with the Ministry of Education. The conference will commence on Monday, October 12, with a gala evening at the Jerusalem Theater, hosted by Noy Bar and Natasha Kirtchuk. The event will feature remarks from President Yitzhak Herzog and Minister of Diaspora Affairs and the Fight Against Antisemitism Amichai Chikli. The evening's program includes performances by artist Avitar Banai, clarinetist Hilik Frank, and Miriam Peretz, alongside educators from abroad sharing their experiences.
During the gala, the inaugural "International Jewish Educator Award" will be presented to eight outstanding educators from around the globe, recognized for their significant contributions to fostering Jewish identity and community futures. This initiative is a joint effort involving the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, UnitEd, The Jerusalem Post, the World Zionist Organization, Herzog College, and the Miber Foundation.
A professional seminar, featuring plenary sessions, panels, and workshops on the challenges facing Jewish schools worldwide, will take place on Tuesday, October 13, at the Ramada Hotel in Jerusalem, followed by a tour of the City of David. Later in the week, participants will embark on educational tours in Jerusalem, the South, and the Gaza envelope, focusing on Israeli educational models and communities impacted by the events of October 7.
Avi Cohen Scali, Director General of the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and the Fight Against Antisemitism, emphasized the critical role of Jewish educators in shaping the future of the Jewish people. "The future of the Jewish people is built daily in schools around the world," he stated, highlighting the ministry's commitment to providing educational tools and fostering a global network of educators to ensure Jewish identity and connection to Israel for the next generation.
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