LaunchPad

27/05/2026

A lovely piece on LaunchPad Leadership. We are so proud of everything this community represents.

After three days at the LaunchPad Leadership retreat in the Macedon Ranges, AJN national deputy editor Jessica Abelsohn reflects on Jewish leadership, connection and why, despite the challenges facing the community, she left feeling hopeful for the future.⁠
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Full article: https://www.australianjewishnews.com/we-are-more-than-the-darkness/

19/05/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Aaron Katler, who travelled from the US to join us as an expert facilitator and guest at the LaunchPad Leadership Retreat 2026.

Click the link below to read Aaron’s reflection on his time in Melbourne, describing the Australian Jewish community as "deeply, visibly, joyfully alive" and "small enough to succeed."

We're so grateful he made the journey, and looking forward to what comes next!

Read Aaron's reflection:

Surprises from a week with the Jewish community in Australia.

18/05/2026

LaunchPad Leadership Cohort 7 💫

Three unforgettable days, one incredible group. Committed to strengthening our leadership with care, courage and confidence, this cohort came together with a shared commitment to learning, connection and leadership. Across the program, participants engaged thoughtfully, supported one another, and contributed to an environment that made the experience so meaningful.

Thank you to everyone who played a part in bringing this experience to life 🙏

28/04/2026

Cohort 7 of LaunchPad Leadership is officially here 💫

Yesterday, our participants gathered on Zoom for their very first session — and the energy in the room was already electric.

We can’t wait to see this incredible group of leaders connect, think, create and lead together over the months ahead.

Australian Jewish Funders

13/03/2026

Last chance to apply for LaunchPad Leadership 2026!

Applications close this Sunday, 15th March. Don’t miss your opportunity to join an incredible cohort of Jewish community leaders from across Australia.

👉 Apply now: https://launchpadoz.org/leadership-2026

LaunchPad Leadership 2025

10/03/2026

We are thrilled to announce two extraordinary guest speakers joining LaunchPad Leadership Cohort #7 this May — flying in especially from the United States to be with our cohort.

Swipe through to meet Aaron Katler, CEO of UpStart, and David Cygielman, Founder and CEO of Mem Global — two leaders who have spent their careers building, growing and transforming Jewish community at scale.

There has never been a more important time to invest in your leadership. LaunchPad brings together exceptional communal, lay and philanthropic leaders to strengthen their practice through contemporary tools and timeless Jewish wisdom.

Applications for Cohort #7 are now open. 🔗 launchpadoz.org/leadership-2026

19/10/2025

✨ Today, LaunchPad kicked off in Perth, the first of three LaunchPad Leadership Alumni Conferences!

The day brought together incredible alumni and community leaders to reconnect, share insights, and strengthen their impact.

Next stop: Melbourne and Sydney over the coming weeks - we can’t wait to keep the momentum going! 🙌

29/08/2025

Tough conversations about Israel, Judaism, and Zionism can feel overwhelming. Many of us avoid them altogether, but silence only widens the divide.

This Monday night, join Charlotte Korchak, a globally recognised educator, for an advocacy workshop

We are committed to building your capacity to show up, again and again, with strength and confidence.

Monday 1 September | 7:30–9:00pm
Caulfield | $25 per person

Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/advocacy-session-charlotte-korchak

Hosted by LaunchPad & Project A

14/07/2025

11/07/2025

We’re preparing for a big few weeks with Eitan Chitayat in Australia 🇦🇺

The creative force behind the I’m That Jew movement, Eitan will be speaking at events across Sydney, Melbourne and Perth — engaging students, parents, leaders and community members with his powerful message of Jewish pride, identity and belonging.

👉 Swipe through to explore what’s on & links to register here: https://linktr.ee/AJFandLaunchPad

With immense gratitude to the Lewis Family Foundation for their vision, generosity and leadership in bringing this visit to life.