MAKING A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE - OLAM
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MAKING A
“OLAM's educators
are masterful at
WORLD OF
using Jewish texts
to probe modern
DIFFERENCE
questions. Our
sessions with
OLAM challenged
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS ON my perspective
GLOBAL JEWISH RESPONSIBILITY and gave me new
insight into my
commitment to care
for the world's most
vulnerable citizens.”
Cindy Greenberg,
President & CEO,
Repair the World
OLAM WORKSHOPS
& SEMINARS
OLAM workshops and seminars offer emerging
and current leaders an opportunity to explore the
Jewish community’s role in assisting the world's
most vulnerable populations. Our sessions range
from one-hour courses to full-day seminars, and
can be adapted to fit the needs of your organization.
Our staff will work with you to determine what
topics are most relevant to your audience, whether
they are participants in your programs or members
of your professional staff.
“OLAM's workshops with our
fellows were interactive and
intellectually engaging. Taught
by personable educators,
Explore with OLAM
they helped our young adults • Does the Jewish community have a moral imperative to
address global challenges?
understand how social • How do we manage competing priorities in a time of
justice careers could become overwhelming need?
• How can the Jewish community be ethically engaged in
meaningful life choices.” the world?
• What is international development? How are Jewish and
Rabbi Todd Zeff,
Israeli organizations working on the front lines?
Co-director, The Nachshon Project
OLAM PRESENTERS
OLAM’s staff are trained facilitators and have a wealth of experience in the
areas of Jewish education and global responsibility. In addition, presenters can
include professionals from OLAM’s network of 50+ partner organizations, who
bring high-level expertise in international development.
"OLAM’s vast network of educators led to great
opportunities for us to explore different topics and hold
brilliant roundtable discussions, giving us a unique
chance to learn about international development through
a lens informed by Jewish values.”
Joe Hyman, Young Adult Programmer, JW3 London
For more information on workshops and pricing contact
Amy Weiss, Director of Jewish Communal Engagement
and Learning: amy@olamtogether.org
For UK workshops contact Graham Carpenter,
UK Community Manager : graham@olamtogether.org
SAMPLE SESSIONS
Introduction to Understand what international development is and what it is trying to achieve. Through stories from the field, learn the
International
ways organizations are working to reduce poverty and improve equity around the world, with a focus on Jewish and Israeli
Development &
organizations.
Global Jewish
Responsibility Intended for audiences interested in gaining a broad understanding of the landscape of global issues and front line work.
At a time when our world is facing so many needs, how do we prioritize our values and efforts? Through Jewish text study, we will
Jews, Justice
explore the inherent tension with competing priorities and reflect on how we can leverage our collective power to be a positive
& Global
force in the world.
Responsibility
Intended for audiences that are engaged in tikkun olam activities. No prior text study necessary.
Israel as a Global Explore Israel’s experience as a developing country, and the triumphs and tribulations of its involvement on the global stage.
Citizen: From
Learn how Israel’s contributions in the fields of agriculture, solar energy, and disaster relief are helping to address some of the
Developing
world's biggest challenges.
Country to Global
Humanitarian Player Intended for audiences interested in exploring Israel's past and present contributions to the world.
Global Giving: Explore how Jewish values compel us to help vulnerable populations around the world. Gain practical insights and tools to
Giving Ethically; ethically support global causes, and ensure the biggest impact through your donation.
Giving for Impact Intended for audiences engaging in or looking to engage in global giving. A great session for giving circles!
Acting With Crossing cultures and countries is a dynamic, complex process, where context is everything. Learn what to consider when you
Humility: A Guide are traveling and volunteering amongst communities different from your own, and how you can be a considerate and effective
to Ethical Global global citizen.
Citizenship Intended for audiences who are preparing to take part in global volunteering programs.
OLAM can craft a panel discussion or session around global causes and topics that align with your organization’s mission and
interest areas. Topics can include, but are not limited to:
Customized
Sessions & Panels • Climate change in the developing world
• The role of tikkun olam in global Jewish communities
• Addressing power dynamics, saviorism, and racial justice in global development
OLAM is generously supported by Adnim Foundation, Anne Heyman and Seth Merrin Family Fund, Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, Pears Foundation, Laurie and Jeff Franz Fund, and Toleo Foundation. www.olamtogether.org | info@olamtogether.org
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