Events

Join one of Australia’s most intrepid storytellers, John Safran in conversation with Ramona Koval, as he dives into the surreal adventure behind his latest book, Squat.

Don't miss this strategic update about everything happening in Syria and what it means for Syria, Israel, the Middle East and the world.

Join the premiere screening sharing the the story of nine Israeli Australians. Followed by an in person discussion with the film's creators, and participants with live Israeli music by Shai Shriki.

Join the international premiere screening sharing the the story of nine Israeli Australians. Followed by an in person discussion with the film's creators and participants with live Israeli music by Noy Ben-Ami.

The 2024 Colin Tatz Oration will be given by Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus KC MP.

Arab affairs expert Elhanan Miller breaks down the calculations and miscalculations that bought Israel and Hamas to October 7th to better understand what may lie ahead.

Arab affairs expert Elhanan Miller breaks down the calculations and miscalculations that bought Israel and Hamas to October 7th to better understand what may lie ahead.

Arab Affairs expert Elhanan Miller breaks down the calculations and miscalculations that bought Israel and Hamas to October 7th to better understand what may lie ahead.

An opportunity to understand the basic concepts of international law, and how the matters before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and International Criminal Court (ICC) are playing out on campuses in Australia today and in the future.

Don't miss the Sydney launch of Elana Benjamin's new cookbook, Indian-Jewish Food Recipes and Stories from the Backstreets of Bondi. Tea, coffee and a selection of kosher biscuit samples from Elana's cookbook will be available on the day, as well as the opportunity to buy signed copies of the cookbook.

Don't miss the Melbourne launch of Elana Benjamin's new cookbook, Indian-Jewish Food Recipes and Stories from the Backstreets of Bondi. Books and kosher samples available through pre-ordering.

Have something to say? Don't miss the JOFA Australia and The Jewish Independent's (TJI) online opinion writing course run by JOFA Australia founder and president Rabbanit Nomi Kaltmann. The two-part course provides individualised feedback and a chance to pitch for publication in TJI.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Aboriginal culture in Sydney, with an insightful 90-minute walking tour of Redfern. Learn about the social and political history of Redfern, and its role at the epicentre of Aboriginal activism.

Join three of South Africa's top experts to discuss why South Africa is at the forefront of the campaign against Israel at the International Court of Justice. Does the government policy represent broader South African attitudes? And what does it all mean for South African Jewry after the recent elections? Rabbi Ralph Genende will be in conversation with South Africa's Jewish community leaders, political analysts and election experts to breakdown what is happening on the ground.

Don't miss two jam packed days of Jewish ideas and culture at Limmud Oz 2024, proudly supported by The Jewish Independent. The program features over 100 local and international presenters in 80+ sessions. While its hard to choose what to attend make sure to look out for the sessions with TJI speakers including Editor Deborah Stone and Commissioning Editor Michael Visontay.

An unparalleled opportunity to hear the top world experts responding to the unprecedented global rise in antisemitism - both in person and online. With - Katharina von Schnurbein, European Commission Coordinator on combating antisemitism and fostering Jewish life - Dr Andre Oboler, CEO of the Online Hate Prevention Institute - Noah Loven, President, Australian Union of Jewish Students In conversation with TJI's Editor Deborah Stone

This women's moderating course is designed to give all interested women the skills to expertly handle interviews and panels while keeping topics on track, handling disruptions calmly and encouraging debate without losing control.

This women's moderating course is designed to give all interested women the skills to expertly handle interviews and panels while keeping topics on track, handling disruptions calmly and encouraging debate without losing control.

Challenging to watch but important to see, the Australian premiere of this graphic war documentary shows the lengths that these international reporters went to provide coverage of Russia's invasion of the city of Mariupol. Followed by a discussion between POLITICO's contributing editor Zoya Sheftalovich in conversation with The Jewish Independent's commissioning editor Michael Visontay on the critical role of the press in times of war.

The annual Colin Tatz oration honours the life and work of anti-racism activist and academic Dr Colin Tatz.