JCC Global 11th World Conference of JCCs
“Rooted Here, Transforming Everywhere”
November 17–19, 2026 | Jerusalem, Israel
300 Leaders | 30 Countries
In conjunction with The "JCC Global – From Good to Great" Retreat, November 16-17 (By Invitation only)
Once Every Four Years, We Gather
The 11th World Conference of JCCs is the moment when Jewish Community Center leaders from across the globe come together to do what can only be done in person: forge partnerships, tackle urgent challenges, and chart the future of Jewish communal life. This is where vision meets action. This is where isolation becomes connection. This is where the local becomes global.
Who's in the Room
This isn’t a typical conference. When you walk into a session, you’re surrounded by:
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CEOs and Executive Directors
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Board Chairs and senior lay leaders
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Continental and regional network leaders
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Fellows from “JCC Global - From Good to Great” - the partnership program linking 32 JCCs across Ukraine, North America, Israel, Europe, and Latin America
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Partners, donors, and visionaries from across the Jewish world
This is peer learning at its most powerful. This is leadership development that happens through conversation, not presentation. This is where you find your next collaborator, mentor, or inspiration.
What We’re Building Together
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A Movement Rooted in Shared Responsibility
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Resilient Communities That Counter Hate with Pride
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Jerusalem as Living Laboratory
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Collective Intelligence, Local Impact
50 Years of Connections
JCC Global has spent five decades connecting more than 1,000 Jewish Community Centers serving 3.5 million people annually. We’ve led initiatives that strengthen Jewish Peoplehood, develop leaders, and build bridges between Israel and diaspora communities worldwide.
You’ll leave with:
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Partnerships that extend beyond the conference
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Concrete models you can adapt for your community
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Strategies for building resilience in difficult times
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A renewed sense of purpose — and proof you’re not alone
Jerusalem Is Waiting
This is your invitation to be part of the conversation shaping the future of Jewish communal life. To learn from the best. To contribute your voice. To find your people.
Schedule at a Glance
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Monday, November 16 – "JCC Global - From Good to Great" Retreat, by invitation only
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Tuesday, November 17 – Throughout the day - "JCC Global - From Good to Great" Retreat. Conference opens with opening dinner at 6:00 PM at the conference hotel
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Wednesday, November 18 – Full conference day a the hotel
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Thursday, November 19 – Closing day - includes day trips; conference concludes at 2:00 PM
