Israel at a Crossroads

Israel at a Crossroads: Demographics, Identity and the Global Jewish Future

How is Israel changing, and what do these changes mean for Jewish communities around the world?

Israel is undergoing profound demographic and social change. Shifts in population, religion, migration, education and identity are reshaping Israeli society and influencing the relationship between Israel and Jewish communities worldwide.

Join us for an engaging evening with Prof. Uzi Rebhun - who is visiting Australia as a Mandelbaum fellow - one of the world's leading experts on Jewish demography and Shlomo Argov Chair in Israel-Diaspora Relations Head, Division of Jewish Demography & Statistics, Institute of Contemporary Jewry at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, in conversation with Dr Ran Porat, historian, social studies scholar and expert on Israel-Diaspora relations at Monash University.

As questions surrounding identity, belonging and the future of Jewish communities become increasingly important, this timely discussion will provide valuable context and evidence-based insights.

Together, they will explore:

• Changing demographic trends among Israel's Jewish and non-Jewish populations.

• The evolving role of Haredi society, including education, employment and military service.

• Migration to and from Israel and its impact on Israeli society.

• How October 7 has reshaped the identity of Israelis living abroad.

• The impact of December 14 on Jewish identity and communal life in Australia.

• The future of the relationship between Israel and Jewish communities around the world.

Drawing on the latest research and informed by both Israeli and Australian perspectives, this timely discussion will provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping Israel and world Jewry today.

Whether you are deeply engaged with Israel or simply seeking to better understand the demographic and social forces shaping its future, this promises to be a timely, insightful and thought-provoking conversation.

Wednesday 19 August, 7pm. Caulfield location TBA.

Booking is essential

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