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At the Hannaton Educational Center, we believe the Jewish people need spaces of real encounter, courageous dialogue, and shared vision. Located in the heart of the Galilee, our pluralistic learning center welcomes groups from around the world to explore Jewish identity, deepen connections with Israel, and cultivate leadership for the future.
We are a hub for pluralistic study and practice, bringing together Jews across religious, cultural, and political backgrounds to ask bold questions, celebrate diversity, and strengthen a shared sense of belonging. Our programs are designed to:
We design customized seminars, Shabbat programs, and immersive journeys tailored for diverse communities:
Overseas Jewish Community Groups – Full-day and multi-day programs exploring Jewish belonging, dialogue across difference, and shared society, creating space for both celebration and challenging conversations.
Rabbinical Students from All Streams – Week-long or extended seminars that engage deeply with Israeli society, contemporary Jewish identity, and community leadership within a pluralistic framework.
Community Leaders and Professionals – Intensive programs that strengthen the vital connection between Diaspora Jewry and Israel while developing leadership in action through practical tools for visionary change in complex times.
Young Jewish Leaders – Dynamic encounters between Israeli and Diaspora peers that build resilience, forge lasting relationships, and envision a shared Jewish future.
Each program blends study, encounter, and practice, drawing on the unique setting of the Galilee:
Pluralistic Learning – Dive into Jewish texts alongside contemporary voices through inter-denominational dialogue that honors all perspectives.
Encounters with People and Place – Meet with Israeli leaders, visit meaningful sites, and engage with the diverse communities that make the Galilee a microcosm of Israeli society.
Creative and Spiritual Practice – Experience writing workshops, artistic expression, mindfulness sessions, and transformative Shabbat celebrations with Kibbutz Hannaton's pluralistic community.
Leadership in Action – Participate in group projects, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on workshops that transform ideas into meaningful practice and real-world impact.
The Galilee is more than a backdrop—it is a living classroom where history, diversity, and complexity converge. From ancient Jewish centers like Tzipori and Beit She'arim to today's innovative shared society initiatives, this region offers unmatched opportunities for dialogue, identity formation, and developing leadership in action.
The Hannaton Educational Center sits within Kibbutz Hannaton, a thriving model of pluralistic Jewish life where sacred diversity and tradition are celebrated daily.
Whether for a day, a week, or longer, we'll design a program that meets your unique needs and helps shape the Jewish future—together, in the same boat.
| Program | Who It's For | What You'll Experience | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overseas Community Groups | Synagogues, educators, missions, and multi-generational groups | Explore Jewish belonging, dialogue across difference, and shared society in Israel | Day seminars, multi-day, or Shabbat programs |
| Rabbinical Student Seminars | Rabbinical students from all streams | Engage with Israeli Judaism, identity, and leadership in a diverse society | Week-long or extended programs, including Shabbat |
| Community Leader Programs | Organizational & communal leaders, professional teams | Strengthen Israel–Diaspora connections, develop tools for responsible leadership | Week-long or Shabbat seminars |
| Yam Beneinu – Young Leader Encounters | Emerging Jewish leaders from Israel & abroad | Pluralistic learning, cross-cultural dialogue, joint projects, and Shabbat experiences | Multi-day seminars in the Galilee |
Ready to explore what Hannaton can offer your community?
Contact us to begin designing your transformative experience in the Galilee.
The Hannaton Educational Center, Kibbutz Hannaton, D.N. Hamovil 1796000
