In this edition of our newsletter, we are excited to share some of the highlights from our Masorti/Conservative worldwide movement since July through the work and achievements of our global organizations and regions.
Masorti and MERCAZ Olami Executive Director Rabbi Mauricio Balter shares three suggestions for absorbing the message of Rosh Hashanah in a more meaningful way. Click on the player below to watch his message (with English subtitles).
Click here to find valuable resources from around the world in different languages about the day we celebrate the Jewish New Year and all the opportunities that a new year can bring.
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Masorti Olami leadership gathered in the US for the Annual General Meeting held at Sutton Place Synagogue in New York City, where they were graciously hosted and welcomed by Rabbi Rachel Ain.
The 13 board members and in-person guests heard about all the incredible work that has been happening in our regions since March and learned about the organization’s strategic direction from Masorti Olami President Margo Gold who shared more about the organization’s vision and upcoming leadership experience trip to Israel.
On the Shabbat prior to the meeting, Executive Director Rabbi Mauricio Balter and Deputy Director Tehila Reuben were hosted by Temple Israel Center Masorti/Conservative community in White Plains, New York, where they spoke to members about the global movement and our role in supporting Israel and the Jewish people in today’s world.
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To mark the International Day of Friendship, we created a study page to help our communities around the world explore how the Jewish tradition defines friendship - a topic that remains very relevant today.
Click here to read a message from Rabbi Mauricio Balter and to download the files in English, French, Hebrew, Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian.
Israel at War
Masorti and MERCAZ Olami remain committed to raising awareness about the 120 hostages, men, women, and children, that are still being held captive in Gaza, and we pray for their immediate and safe return home, and for an end to the suffering of all innocent people.
We have organized various different briefings, events and resources to bring to our communities, which you can read more about here.
MERCAZ Olami
We are excited to announce that the World Zionist Congress will proceed as originally scheduled from October 28-30, 2025. This decision reaffirms our commitment to continued dialogue and development of the Zionist movement on a global scale.
While the exact elections dates in most Zionist Federations around the world have not yet been determined, the preparations have already begun. These elections are a cornerstone of our democratic process and the nature of the Zionist Movement, ensuring that diverse voices from Jewish communities around the world are represented.
We encourage all qualified participants to actively engage in this process, as their involvement is crucial to shaping the future direction of the Zionist movement worldwide and Israeli society. Further details on the election procedures and timeline will be communicated in the coming months.
Click on the thumbnail below to download our flyer in different languages and better understand who we are and why our work is so relevant to the Masorti/Conservative movement worldwide.
We encourage all qualified participants to actively engage in this process, as their involvement is crucial to shaping the future direction of the Zionist movement worldwide and Israeli society. Further details on the election procedures and timeline will be communicated in the coming months.
Click here to download our flyer in different languages and better understand who we are and why our work is so relevant to the Masorti/Conservative movement worldwide.
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NOAM Olami
At the end of August, we wrapped up our summer camp season in Europe.
We're excited to share a glimpse of the unforgettable experiences from NOAM Spain, Darkei NOAM France, and NOAM Masorti Youth (NOAM UK).
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NOAM Spain
Darkei NOAM France
NOAM UK
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From July 26-28, our Ugandan NOAM Olami chapter, Abayudaya Youth Association (AYA), held its Youth Shabbaton, this time in the community of Nalubembe, Eastern Uganda.
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Marom
From July 11-14 in Córdoba, Argentina, Marom, the young adult organization of the Masorti/Conservative Global Movement, with the support of MERCAZ Olami and Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael - Jewish National Fund held its first Latitudes seminar for Masorti/Conservative young people in Latin America.
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AmLat
This year’s Masorti AmLat annual board meeting took place August 22-25 in Bogotá, Colombia, with the participation of members from all four subregions (Mexico and Central America Region; Pacific Region; Atlantic Region; Southern Region – Argentina), representatives from NOAM AmLat and Marom AmLat; as well as Masorti Olami President Margo Gold, Masorti and MERCAZ Olami Executive Director Rabbi Mauricio Balter, and Deputy Director Tehila Reuben.
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We are excited to introduce Gaby Glazman as our new Director of our AmLat Desk at Masorti Olami. Besides being in charge of the connection between the Masorti/Conservative Movement around the world and the communities and organizations in AmLat, Gaby will also provide professional support, knowledge, and experience to the communities.
You can learn more about Gaby by visiting masortiolami.org/profile/gaby-glazman.
Europe
We are thrilled to share that Bet-El Madrid, our first Masorti/Conservative Spanish community with over 30 years of history, has purchased their first owned Community Center, which will be the new home of the Bet-El Masorti Jewish Community.
Please consider helping our community in Madrid transform their new property into a spiritual home and a dynamic center for youth and young adult activities. Visit jewcer.org/project/bet-el-madrid to learn more and make a donation today.
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The European Academy for Jewish Liturgy held its fifth European T’filla Leaders’ Retreat from July 11-14, in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside, South East England. This year the residential retreat attracted 27 participants from 5 countries, 21 communities and 10 denominations, to join together for an experiential weekend of learning, prayer, music, leadership and teamwork.
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Ukraine
We are excited to share more about Masorti Olami’s ongoing partnership with OlamAid (formerly known as IsraAID Germany), which is supporting building renovations and the construction and equipping of safe rooms at Masoret Kyiv, our community in the capital of Ukraine.
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Our Masorti/Conservative communities in Ukraine continue to struggle with the repercussions of the ongoing war, which began in 2022. Click here to support our Ukraine Emergency Campaign and help us continue our efforts to assist our Ukrainian communities and refugees who fled Ukraine.
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Africa
Masorti Olami is thrilled to share the fantastic news that marks a historic victory for the Masorti/Conservative movement in Israel and the Diaspora. After seven years and a long and significant struggle, the Israeli Interior Ministry in a historic decision has finally ruled that Yosef Kibita, a member of the Abayudaya community in Uganda who converted to Judaism through the Masorti/Conservative movement, has finally received his Israeli citizenship.
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Our Abayudaya communities in Uganda have started a rabbinic coalition known as the Abayudaya Rabbinic Union, bringing together all spiritual leaders including from the two orthodox communities of Putti and KKSY.
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We are proud of how much our Abayudaya communities are growing and developing. Click here to learn how you can help us continue supporting them.
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