Jewish Leadership in Uncertain Times - An Exclusive Community Evening with Yaakov Hagoel

Young Jewish Professionals Melbourne, Emunah Australia, Wizo VIctoria and Kosher Meals on Wheels are honoured to invite you to an intimate and timely community evening featuring Yaakov Hagoel, President of the World Zionist Organization.

At a moment of profound global uncertainty for Jewish communities worldwide, this event offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of the most influential Jewish leaders on the international stage. Mr Hagoel will share insights on Jewish leadership in today’s climate, the evolving relationship between Israel and the Jewish Diaspora, and the responsibility of emerging leaders in shaping the future of our people.

This closed-door evening is designed to foster meaningful discussion and connection, bringing together communal leaders, professionals, and engaged community members for a candid and thought-provoking conversation.

Demand to meet members of the official Israeli delegation has been exceptionally high, with several engagements already fully booked. We are privileged to be hosting this exclusive session in Melbourne.

Yaakov Hagoel

Yaakov Hagoel is the President of the World Zionist Organization (WZO), the historic global body founded by Theodor Herzl to advance Zionism and Jewish unity worldwide.

In his role, Mr Hagoel works closely with Jewish communities, governments, and institutions across the globe, advocating for Jewish continuity, combating antisemitism, strengthening Jewish identity, and deepening the bond between Israel and the Diaspora. He is widely regarded as a leading voice on contemporary Jewish leadership, communal responsibility, and the challenges facing world Jewry today.

Mr Hagoel is visiting Melbourne as part of an official delegation accompanying Isaac Herzog, President of the State of Israel, making this event a rare and significant opportunity to engage with him in a personal and interactive setting.

Event Details:

📅 Thursday, 12 February 2026
🕖 7:00pm – 8:30pm
📍 Venue advised upon registration

Places are limited due to the intimate nature of this event. Early registration is strongly encouraged.