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YAMIM 2026: CROSSROADS ISRAEL

New York | December 9th, 2026 | 10 am - 2 pm | UJA 130 E 59th St

Crossroads Israel: Navigating Complexity and Conflict

Conversations about Israel have become increasingly complex. Educators and learners alike are searching for the language, confidence, and tools to navigate a topic that can feel emotionally charged and deeply polarizing.

How do we teach pride without ignoring pain? How do we model solidarity that comforts and challenges? How can love and critique coexist?

Drawing on M²’s Conflict Pedagogy, educators will explore these questions together and learn how to transform tension and disagreement into meaningful educational opportunities. Rather than avoiding conflict, participants will practice holding multiple truths, guiding learners through values-based reflection, and designing educational experiences that cultivate curiosity, empathy, and conviction.

Using values-driven scenario cards based on real-world dilemmas, educators will grapple with competing commitments such as belonging and integrity, pride and safety, and empathy and responsibility.

Join us for a day centered around using the Crossroads cards in your own setting. 
Each attendee will leave with a set of their own crossroad cards.

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