Israel at 78

Israel at 78: A Nation in Transition

Demography, Migration, and Jewish Identity in Israel and the Diaspora

As Israel marks 78 years since its founding, the nation stands at a pivotal moment in its history. Demographic shifts, changing patterns of migration, evolving religious and cultural identities, and the impact of recent events are reshaping Israeli society and influencing its relationship with Jewish communities around the world.

Join Prof. Uzi Rebhun, one of Israel's foremost experts on demography and Israel-Diaspora relations, for an insightful exploration of the forces shaping Israel's future. Drawing on decades of research at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Professor Rebhun will examine how population trends, immigration, emigration, and social change are transforming the character of the Jewish state and what these developments mean for Israel and the global Jewish community.

Topics will include:

• Israel's changing demographic landscape

• Migration trends and their impact on Israeli society

• The evolving relationship between Israel and the Diaspora

• Religious, cultural and social shifts within Israeli society

• What these changes mean for Israel's future

Whether you have a personal connection to Israel, an interest in Jewish communal life, or simply want to better understand one of the world's most dynamic societies, this promises to be a fascinating and thought-provoking evening.

Professor Uzi Rebhun is the Shlomo Argov Chair in Israel-Diaspora Relations, Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Head, Division of Jewish Demography & Statistics, Institute of Contemporary Jewry.

DATE: Tuesday 1 September at 7pm

Tickets are $18 per person, booking is essential