American Jewish University-Brandeis Bardin Campus, Simi Valley, CA
Overview
Our second Conference of Learners will center around “Embracing Hope in Our Fractured World” – a theme that is more relevant than ever before and will drive our learning with some of the most gifted educators in Los Angeles.
Learners of all experience levels and affiliation are welcome to benefit from this conference created with you – our learners – in mind!
Featuring:
- Loay Alshareef, a Saudi Arabian activist promoting peace through a passion for languages and history, he is a Penn State graduate and a social media influencer with hundreds of thousands of followers, posting in Arabic, English, and Hebrew.
- The Braid: Advancing Jewish Arts & Culture
- Live music with Craig Taubman
- Field visit to the Pico Union Project in Boyle Heights
- Learn from contemporary Jewish thinkers, scholars, innovators, and artists who will help us find "hope in our fractured world".
- Experience first-hand the important work of the Pico-Union project, a vibrant cultural center that builds community health, resilience, and neighborhood revitalization in the Pico-Union area of Los Angeles.
- Enjoy a cocktail party and concert with renowned singer, songwriter, and composer Craig Taubman; followed by the storytelling magic of The Braid, the Jewish story company and leading non-profit organization creating, curating, producing and preserving stories grounded in Jewish culture and experience.
- Come together with other like-minded Melton learners; meet new friends with whom you share a common passion.
Our amazing line-up of speakers includes:
- Loay Alshareef, Saudi Arabian Activist & Peace Advocate
- Craig Taubman, Singer, Composer, Pico Union Project, Founder
- Rabbi Ed Feinstein, Author, Visionary Leader, Valley Beth Shalom
- Rabbi Noah Farkas, Jewish Federation, LA
- Lourdes Argüelles, PhD, Author
- Ann M. Rivero, Author
- Daniel Fienberg, Reporter, Podcaster, Pundit
- Dr. Gil Graf, Author, Builders of Jewish Education (BJE) - Los Angeles
- Rabbi Rachel Bovitz, Melton
- Rabbi Tarlan Rabizadeh, American Jewish University
- Rabbi Deborah Silver, IKAR
- Rabbi Dr. Morey Schwartz, Melton
- Rabbi Richard Camras, HaMakom
- Jen Stock, Regional Director, Club Z
- Michael Mashbaum, LA Educator, Club Z
We have a robust 3-day schedule of learning that is in formation. Watch this page for more info on the way!
Day 1 - Monday, December 9
- Welcome & Check-in for the Melton Conference of Learners
- Opening Dinner with Keynote by Loay Alshareef, UAE Based Peace Advocate, Influencer, Promoter of Peace in the Middle East
Day 2 - Tuesday, December 10
- Breakfast
- Opening session with Rabbi Tarlan Rabizadeh
- Lunch
- Learning session with Daniel Fienberg, Reporter, Podcaster, Pundit
- Learning session with authors Lourdes Argüelles, Ph.D., and Ann M. Rivero
- Performance by The Braid “I Loved Jew, I Loved Jew Not”
Day 3 - Wednesday, December 11
- Breakfast
- Learning Session with Dr. Gil Graf, Author, BJE LA Director
- Learning Session with Rabbi Ed Feinstein, Author, Visionary Leader
- Lunch
- Field Trip to Pico Union Project in Boyle Heights:
- Craig Taubman, Man Behind the Vision
- Volunteer, create, & enjoy a shared meal with the local community
- Learn with Rabbi Noah Farkas, Jewish Federation LA, CEO and President
- Craig Taubman in concert
- Coffee and late-night snack back at campus
Day 4 - Thursday, December 12
- Reflection through text with Jewish Studio Project
- Learning Session with Rabbi Deborah Silver, IKAR
- Learning Session with Rabbi Richard Camras, HaMakom
- Closing Plenary Session with Rabbi Dr. Morey Schwartz and Rabbi Rachel Bovitz
- Farewell Brunch
*Please Note: The conference schedule may be subject to change as we continue to add more exciting activities and experiences to make this the best conference yet!
The conference will be held at American Jewish University's Brandeis-Bardin Campus in Simi Valley, California.
The beautifully landscaped grounds and breathtaking views of the Santa Susana Mountains offer a stunning backdrop to any educational experience, and allow Melton conference participants to learn in a truly unique space.
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