Are you passionate about strengthening a progressive Jewish voice in Australia?

Learn about and amplify voices of peace from Israel-Palestine?

Do you want to gain the tools to have tough conversations, write persuasively, and advocate for change in our community and political landscape?

Are you looking for a space to connect with other young progressive Jewish Australians who share your values?

The NewGen Advocacy and Leadership Summit is a weekend retreat in Canberra for Australian Jewish leaders in their 20s and 30s who want to channel their passion for justice and equality into meaningful action. Through practical workshops, shared learning and meeting with community leaders and decision-makers, you’ll gain tangible skills in advocacy, organising, and leadership, while building relationships that will last long after the summit ends.

If you care about how progressive Jewish values can and should shape the future of our community in Australia and Israel-Palestine, and if you’re ready to grow your skills, deepen your understanding, and meet like-minded peers, then the NewGen Summit is for you.

You’ll leave the summit with new tools, new connections, and the confidence to bring your voice into the conversations that matter. Together, we’ll build a community of young Jewish leaders committed to justice, equality, and change.

Our online information session has concluded. Please see the presentation here for further information about the program.

When and where is the Summit?

• Arrive evening of Friday 21 November, and depart afternoon of Monday 24 November, 2025

• Canberra

• All travel (including from interstate), accomodation and food costs will be covered. Participants pay a small deposit that will be returned upon completion of the program.

So what actually is it?

• A three-day program in Canberra with:

  • Two days of interactive workshops and training sessions to build your skills & knowledge

  • One day at Federal Parliament during the last sitting week of the year

• Workshops and training sessions include:

  • Briefing with Israeli-American activist and educator Becca Strober (@becca.explains.the.occupation), providing insight into the realities on the ground in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories

  • Difficult conversations workshop led by a professional mediator, teaching strategies to navigate sensitive discussions in the community and beyond

  • Media engagement training, including how to write and pitch op-eds, effectively communicate your message, and leverage public platforms

• Parliament day highlights:

  • Meet and question current politicians, gaining insight into their work and how to engage with policymakers

  • Attend Question Time, observing Australian parliamentary processes in action

  • Understand how to translate your ideas into political action and influence decision-making

• Networking and peer learning:

  • Connect with other young progressive Jewish Australians who share your commitment to pursuing justice and equality for all in Israel-Palestine

  • Build relationships and collaborate with peers who will become part of a growing network of future community leaders

Find out more about the program, content and presenters here.

Who should apply?

• If you are are engaged and active – in the Jewish community, human rights, or broader social justice initiatives

• Care about progressive change in Israel-Palestine – passionate about equality, democracy, religious pluralism, and advancing civil rights for all Israelis and Palestinians

• Want to build skills that matter – advocacy, media engagement, public speaking, coalition-building, and navigating tough conversations

• Want to connect and lead – collaborate with peers, activists, and community leaders who share your commitment to a just and inclusive future

Applications for the Summit are now closed.

Please email [email protected] if you'd like to express interest in next year's program.