Future Jews 2048 – Webisode 5: Education – The Australian Jewish News

Exploration of evolving Jewish social capital and its impacts and influences on the formation of future Jews and society at large, in 2048.

This fireside chat series seeks to inspire, inform and provoke a pragmatic, forward-looking community discussion about the possible future of Jews and Judaism in Australia and around the world.

Each month, Morris will be joined by 3 guests, each sharing their topic-specific predictions about the possibilities, opportunities and concerns that may arise.

Watch the video above and continue the discussion in the comments!

We have a Podcast version below for those on the go:

Host

Morris Miselowski

Futurist in Global Affairs

Morris Misel (Miselowski) unleashes possibilities by breaking with convention.

For over 30 years, he’s been influencing the thinking of some of the world’s biggest organizations and brands to see what tomorrow might look like – long before they live it.

Morris also shares his practical knowledge on the global stage and international media, and is known for his energy, in-depth knowledge and foresight.

He was born to be futuristic. The son of Holocaust survivors, who saw the world crumble around them, he grew up in a home that believed there would always be a better future.

This conviction has become his lifelong passion.

To get to where he is, Morris wore several hats. At the age of 18, he was leading an entrepreneurial life running a direct mail business. However, moving his garage-related business to the global stage and meeting rooms, including presenting a TEDx talk, required a few extra steps.

He spent many years as an academic in management and marketing and even ventured behind prison bars for a decade, co-founding and leading the first voluntary chaplaincy service in Victoria’s Jewish prisons.

He is also the first and only Australian futurist among the alumni of Einstein 100 Genius (G100), an honor he shares with the exceptional Barbara Streisand and is an Industry Fellow at Griffith University.

www.MorrisFuturist.com

Panelists

Gabi Crafti

Lawyer in commercial law

A lawyer in commercial law, Gabi Crafti is passionate about Jewish education, graduated from the Jewish school system and youth movements.

She is currently the current chair of the United Jewish Education Board (UJEB), which provides formal and informal Jewish education to learners outside the Jewish school system.

UJEB has grown into a vibrant educational institution focused on strengthening Jewish identity, engagement, community and inclusion through social, educational and leadership programs.

Alan Schwartz OAM

Capitalist, philanthropist and social activist

Alan Schwartz’s professional life has grown from an entrepreneur and business creator to an active investor, philanthropist and social activist.

Alan enjoyed the complex satisfaction of contributing to the nonprofit sector.

He helped found Jewish Care and the merger of Jewish Community Services and Montefiore Homes, and was named inaugural president and life member, and patron of the Capital Appeal.

Alan is the former president of Philanthropy Australia. He and his wife Carol established the Trawler Foundation in 2004 as a vehicle for the family’s philanthropic activities. In recognition of his contribution to community and business, he was awarded the Centenary Medal in 2003, followed by an Order of Australia in 2007.

Adam hyman

Professor VCE, Mount Scopus Memorial College

Adam Hyman is a teacher at Mount Scopus Memorial College, teaching Jewish Studies in Years 7-10 and VCE Religion and Society.

Having also worked as a teacher, he is originally from Sydney and will soon be celebrating his 10 years of Aliya in Melbourne.

He studied in several yeshivot in Israel and lived and contributed to the Jewish communities of Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Hong Kong, New York and Jerusalem.

He strongly believes in the unique culture of the Australian Jewish community. When not in the classroom, Adam spends his time reflecting on the challenges of contemporary education while creating programs that will inspire and challenge young minds.

Visit the Future Jews 2048 page for more information or to get involved.

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