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M² Aleh Summit
April 2026

Aleh is a three-day summit equipping early-career professionals with the skills, insights, and networks to thrive in Jewish communal work.
Location

New Orleans

Audience

EARLY CAREER PROFESSIONALS AT JEWISH COMMUNAL ORGANIZATIONS

Date & Time

April 28-30th, 2026

Aleh, a Hebrew word that means Uplift, gives organizations the opportunity to invest in their rising professionals, ensuring they are supported, inspired, and prepared to strengthen Jewish communal life.

At the heart of Aleh are three value-centered goals:

MOTIVATE
Motivate your work with a sense of calling and a deep connection to your mission, seeing it as a meaningful and noble pursuit. Fueled by passion, you will recognize your essential role in shaping the Jewish community.

NAVIGATE
Navigate complex conversations on Israel, antisemitism, and communal divides by applying Jewish values as a guiding framework. Gain the clarity and confidence to engage thoughtfully and effectively in your work.

CULTIVATE
Cultivate the skills, tools, and networks needed to excel in Jewish communal work. Strengthen your ability to communicate, foster relationships, and lead with impact.

M² created a program that was high-level, methodical, relevant, and that pushed us forward… I had to articulate my goals and my path as a Jewish educator– and it changed my entire trajectory.
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GATHERING HIGHLIGHTS

Join a three-day immersive summit where you’ll engage in hands-on learning, peer collaboration, and real-world application. By the end of the summit, you will have concrete insights and lasting connections that will continue to shape your professional journey long after Aleh ends.
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DISCOVER NEW TRENDS
Gain fresh perspectives on real-world issues shaping Jewish life and explore their impact on your work.
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BUILD YOUR NETWORK
Connect with peers who share your values, understand your challenges, and support your growth.
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APPLY JEWISH WISDOM
Integrate Jewish ideas and traditions into engagement, decision-making, and community-building.
Challenge
TACKLE REAL SCENARIOS
Develop key skills—communication, collaboration, and problem-solving—through case studies and peer exercises.
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ELEVATE YOUR CAREER
Clarify your sense of purpose and uncover the values that sustain you when facing challenges.
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ADVANCE YOUR IMPACT
Refine your vision, develop practical strategies, and gain actionable insights to enhance your effectiveness in Jewish communal work.

Consider Applying If You…

  • Work in a Jewish organization with 2-5 years overall of professional work experience.
  • Want to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and grow professionally.
  • Seek a like-minded cohort to learn with and build lasting connections.
  • Are ready to engage, reflect, and gain fresh perspectives on your work.
  • Want to return with new tools that enhance your impact in the Jewish communal field.

Encourage your employee to apply if you...

  • Have a highly motivated employee who is committed to Jewish communal work and eager to grow.
  • Want to strengthen their connection to Jewish values and their role in the Jewish community.
  • See their potential for advancement and want to equip them with practical skills for engagement, community programming, and stakeholder relationships.
  • Know that investing in their development will enhance their impact and strengthen your organization’s long-term success.

Featured Presenters

FACULTY AND STAFF

Mollie
Andron
VP of Programs, M²
Abby
Mintz
Senior Program Director, M²
MIKE
MITCHELL
VP, Finance and Administration, M²
Kiva
Rabinsky
Deputy CEO and Chief Program Officer, M²
Sara
Sukol
Graphic Design Manager, M²
Joanna
Tasch
Program Manager, M²
Stefan
Teodosic
Maverick Soul Consulting
Aleh Facilitator

Eligibility

To request more information for the upcoming program, please submit your email address below. We’ll be in touch shortly.

Eligibility

Your work matters. Aleh gives you the tools, connections, and confidence to step into your potential and make an even bigger impact.

Tuition & Funding: Aleh is valued at $3,300 per person. Thanks to our funders, participant tuition is set at $195.

A 25% discount is available for those who apply by January 30, 2026.

Location: New Orleans, LA

Dates: April 28-30th, 2026

Experience: Work in a Jewish organization with 2-5 years overall of professional work experience

Commitment: Full participation in the three-day summit and all learning experiences.

Supervisor Endorsement: Organizations are encouraged to provide time and support for participation.

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FAQ

The gathering is designed for those who:

  • Work in a Jewish organization with 2-5 years overall of professional work experience
  • Want to sharpen their skills, expand their knowledge and grow professionally
  • Seek a like-minded cohort to learn with and build lasting connections
  • Are ready to engage, reflect, and gain fresh perspectives on their work
  • Want to return with new tools that enhance their impact in the Jewish communal field

If you have any questions as to whether Aleh is a good fit for you, please contact Joanna Tasch at joanna@ieje.org

Aleh is valued $3,300 per participant. Thanks to the generosity of our funders, who are committed to investing in your growth, participant tuition is set at $195. A 25% discount is available for those who register by the early bird deadline of January 30, 2026.

Attendees will be responsible for flights and ground transportation to/from the summit, but will not have additional housing expenses.

If you know a Jewish professional who is eligible for Aleh, you can simply forward them a link to this page, encouraging them to apply! You can copy and paste this link: https://ieje.org/events/aleh-summit-april-2026/

Eligibility criteria can be found above. Thank you in advance for spreading the word about Aleh!

April 28-30, 2026. The gathering begins at 12:30 pm Tuesday, April 28th with an optional lunch offering starting at 11:00 am. Programming will conclude by 4:00 pm on Thursday, April 30th.

The gathering will be held in New Orleans, LA. As the dates approach, registered participants will receive detailed information.

Hotel rooms are booked for you for the nights of April 28 and 29 once you register for the program. All rooms are single occupancy (no roommate).

All food included in the registration cost is strictly kosher.

It is important that all participants make their very best effort to attend the gathering once you have registered so that we are able to accurately monitor our attendee numbers for meals, space, and other key components of our convening.  If you need to cancel, we ask that you please inform us as soon as possible with an email to Joanna Tasch, Program Manager, at joanna@ieje.org

Please contact Joanna Tasch, Program Manager, at joanna@ieje.org.

Aleh is inspired by M² Values in Action initiative.

We are grateful for our Aleh supporters: Jim Joseph Foundation, the Maimonides Fund, Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Supporting Foundation, the Marcus Foundation, Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, and The Paul E. Singer Foundation.

For more information, contact Joanna at joanna@ieje.org

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