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As the Israeli presidential jet touches down in Australia this week, it brings with it more than just the weight of diplomacy. President Isaac Herzog arrives at a moment of profound vulnerability and historical reckoning for the Australian Jewish community. Coming just months after the horrific December massacre at Bondi Beach—an event that claimed 15 lives and shattered our collective sense of safety—Herzog’s visit is, fundamentally, an act of “Mishpacha”. (more…)

Reflections from the World Zionist Congress: Israel at a Crossroads

Friends,

I want to begin by thanking our community for entrusting me with the privilege of representing us at the World Zionist Congress. Standing among hundreds of representatives from Jewish communities around the globe — debating the future of our people with passion and purpose — I felt strongly that I was not there alone. I was there carrying all of us. (more…)

Reform Zionism Prevails: A Bold Stand at World Zionist Congress

The 39th World Zionist Congress has just concluded in Jerusalem, the largest in history, drawing hundreds of delegates from Israel, the United States, and Jewish communities around the world. ARZA was represented by Ayal Marek, Michael Penny, and Liora Conyer. Delegates gathered to debate and vote on a wide range of pressing issues impacting the future of Jewish life globally. At stake was the ideological direction of major Zionist institutions, including the World Zionist Organization (WZO), Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael–Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF), the Jewish Agency for Israel, and Keren HaYesod. As well as, control over billions in funding, critical immigration and education programs, and governance over 13% of Israel’s land. (more…)