A highlight of next year will be the World Council of Jewish Communal Service 12th Quadrennial conference on June 24-26, 2012 in Jerusalem which will consist of three days of exciting learning, sharing, networking and site-visit experiences with professional colleagues from Jewish communities around the world.

In 2007 over 700 professionals from 34 countries came together for an enlightening gathering of colleagues. Join us in Jerusalem as we once again come together to explore our Jewish Peoplehood, strengthen our Jewish identity, and develop professionally.

Don’t miss out! 5 reasons why you should be at the Quad:

· Connect with professional colleagues from various disciplines who share your passion for Jewish communal service.

· Assist in building networks which will have on going significance to the Jewish people worldwide

· Collaborate with peers on how to address current issues and challenges of concern to us all

· Share and learn from the most creative, innovative ideas from around the world

· Explore, experience, and utilize new techniques and technology - TED-style presentations, world café discussions, open source technology, and more….

 

Through discussion groups, panels, workshops, and other formats, you will gain new insights on an interdisciplinary basis in areas of importance to our Jewish communities worldwide, such as:

· The Future of the Jewish People and Israel

· Jewish Peoplehood

· Jewish Identity

· Social Entrepreneurship

· Professional Development

· Financial and Human Resource Development

Whether you are starting out as an informal educator or are a seasoned social worker; whether you work in a community center or social service organization; whether you hail from Buenos Aires, Paris, or Tel Aviv – you belong at the WCJCS 12th Quadrennial conference!