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Across the Jewish world and beyond, men are being called to show up—for themselves, for each other, and for those whose voices have been overlooked. Be a part of a FREE, ONLINE event exploring what it means to be a Jewish man today.
Together, we’ll connect over topics like:
Sunday, November 16 – Opening Day: Brotherhood & Belonging
10:00am PT / 1:00pm ET / 8:00pm Israel
Gather in person, so you can watch over Zoom together.
Opening Ceremony & Welcome from FJMC International Leadership: With Bruce Tomar, Rabbi Noam Raucher, and representatives from partner organizations. Includes musical welcome, candle lighting for International Brotherhood, and setting our intentions.
Keynote Conversation: “What Does It Mean to Show Up as a Man Today?”
Guest Speakers:
Meredith Jacobs, CEO, Jewish Women’s Council
Rabbi Shawn Zevitt, Founder, Menschwork
Johnny Parker, Executive VP for Seaboard Region-FJMC
Moderated by Rabbi Noam Raucher.
A powerful roundtable on masculinity, gender equity, and Jewish values.
Monday, November 17 – Mental Health & Emotional Wellness
9am PT / 12pm ET / 7pm Israel
Workshop: “Healthy Masculinity & Mental Health in Jewish Communities”
A research-driven, practical session on emotional intelligence, loneliness, and support strategies.
Guest Speakers:
Dr. Gary Katz, PhD., CSUN-Northridge, Psychology Dept.
Executive Vice-President, FJMC International
Dr. Tara Leiberman, PhD.
Founder, Jewish Community Mental Health Initiative
Dr. David McCarty-Caplan, PhD.
Researcher, Educator, Evaluator, & Consultant
10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET / 8:30pm Israel
Real Talk: Men’s Mental Health Stories – Panel & Q&A
Jewish men share personal stories about therapy, grief, growth, and resilience.
Tuesday, November 18 – Advocacy & Equity
9am PT / 12:00pm ET / 7:00pm Israel
Being a Partner Today:
A bold conversation about supporting women, autonomy, and Jewish values in the home.
Guest Speakers:
Oren Jacobson, Founder
Mens 4 Choice
Rabbi Ellen Wolintz Fields, Executive Director
Women’s League for Conservative Judaism
10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET / 8:30pm Israel
In Good Company: What Does it Mean for Jewish Men Committed to Allyship and Equity
Guest Speakers:
Rachel Gildiner, Executive Director
Safety, Respect, Equity Network
Sheila Katz, CEO
National Council of Jewish Women
Jerry Brodsky, Chair
Inclusion Committee
FJMC international
Moderated by Rabbi Noam Raucher.
An interactive session exploring inclusive practices, language, and leadership.
Wednesday, November 19 – Leadership, Legacy & Forward Vision
9:00am PT / 12:00pm ET / 7:00pm Israel
Global Men’s Meetup: Coffee & Community Across Time Zones
Casual breakout-style event connecting men from across FJMC regions, Masorti Olami, and beyond.
10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET / 8:30pm Israel
Closing Reflection & Celebration: What We’ve Learned, What We Carry Forward
Includes audience reflections, musical moments, and a commitment to keep showing up for each other.
Thank you for your participation. We look forward to seeing you virtually at our event.
In Brotherhood,
FJMC Webinar & Affinity Group Committee
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