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About Inside the Royal Commission - At the Heart of the Conversation | Shabbat Dinner

Step inside one of the most timely and thought provoking Shabbat dinners of the year. Join Young Jewish Professionals Melbourne for an exclusive evening featuring voices who have been directly involved in the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and the national conversation shaping Australia today, for tomorrow.

From grassroots advocacy and legal insight to cyber security and digital defence, hear firsthand perspectives from leaders working on the frontlines of combating hate, protecting communities, and strengthening Jewish resilience in an increasingly complex world.

Expect meaningful discussion, sharp insight, inspiring conversation, delicious Shabbat dinner, and an atmosphere bringing together young Jewish adults from across Melbourne for a powerful Friday night experience.

Featuring panel presentations from:

• Menachem Vorcheimer – Community Activist & Advocate
• Andre Oboler – Executive Director, Online Hate Prevention Institute
• Zara Cooper – CEO, Digital Defence

📅 Friday 26th June, 2026
🍽 6:30PM Dinner & Panel Discussion
🎟 $18 Per Person
⚠️ Limited Seats Available

Whether you are passionate about advocacy, curious about the Royal Commission, or simply looking for a meaningful and uplifting Shabbat experience with great people — this is a night not to miss.

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Inside the Royal Commission - At the Heart of the Conversation | Shabbat Dinner

Join us for a timely and meaningful Shabbat dinner featuring a panel of leading voices who have been at the heart of the Royal Commission into Antisemitism.

Friday 26 June 2026

8:00 am

TBA

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Inside the Royal Commission - At the Heart of the Conversation | Shabbat Dinner

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TBA

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