The Israel at 75 General Assembly will take place from April 23-26 and promises to provide an authentic and immersive Israel experience in celebration of Israel’s 75th birthday. Leaders and community members from around the world will come together to do the work in strengthening our relationship - in politics, in communities, and in person. The Israel at 75 General Assembly is a meaningful platform for discussing some of the most important issues of the day all while marking this important milestone.
The Israel at 75 General Assembly will take place in April of 2023 and promises to provide an authentic and immersive Israel experience in celebration of Israel’s 75th birthday. Programming will take place from the evening of Sunday, April 23 through the evening of Wednesday, April 26 in multiple locations across Tel Aviv and central Israel.
6-8:00PM Reception, 8-9:30PM Opening Ceremony
Arrival Beginning at 4:30PM
Join Jewish Federations, Keren Hayesod, The Jewish Agency for Israel, and the World Zionist Organization at the Tel Aviv International Convention Center to kick off our Israel at 75 celebration! Strolling dinner, drinks, and a chance to hear from top North American and Israeli leadership. Speakers will include Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog.
Monday’s Conference April 24 at 8:30AM-4:15PM
Participants will have the opportunity to choose from high-level sessions focused on three thematic tracks: Innovation in connecting North Americans with Israel, Innovation in strengthening Israeli society, and Israeli innovation driving global change. The gathering will end will a special assembly. Lite breakfast and full lunch will be served.
Yom Hazikaron Ceremony with Masa Israel Journey April 24 at 7-10:00PM
Arrival Beginning at 5:30PM
From the Convention Center, we will join over 4,000 participants to observe Yom Hazikaron, Israel Memorial Day, with a special English-language ceremony at Latrun, the site of fierce fighting during the 1948 War of Independence. Space is limited.
Yom Hazikaron Site Visits April 25 at 11:00AM-2:30PM
Buses Depart Hotels Beginning at Approx 9:30AM
Join Israelis and mark this most somber and difficult day on the Israeli calendar for a moving Yom Hazikaron experience like no other.
Yom Ha’Atzmaut Transition Party April 25 at 7:30PM
Buses Depart Hotels Beginning at 7:00PM
Jewish Federations of North America and Combined Jewish Philanthropies (Boston Federation) are teaming up to host an incredible Independence celebration at Hanger 11 in Tel Aviv! Join close to 1,000 participants as we mark the transition between Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut. You’ll have the chance to sample foods from all over Israel, drink, dance, and celebrate with a live band playing Israeli and American covers! Space is limited.
Yom Ha'Atzmaut BBQ and Outdoor Festival April 26 at 10:30AM – 2:30PM
Departure at 9:30AM
Join us at Neot Kedumim, a beautiful biblical nature reserve. In addition to music, an Israeli-style BBQ, and Israeli dancing, you’ll learn how olive oil is made, what herbs were used for medicinal purposes in biblical times, and even make your own pita bread! We’ll conclude with reflections from the week and messages from our leadership.
Voices of Israel Concert presented by the Greater Miami Federation and The Jewish Federations of North America April 26 from 8:00PM–10:00 PM
Gates open at 7:30 PM
JOIN the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, The Jewish Federations of North America, and other community missions to mark Israel’s milestone anniversary at an unforgettable private concert under the open sky in Caesarea!
*Please note departure times may change due to road closures and holiday traffic.
Israel at 75 General Assembly Co-Chair
Israel at 75 General Assembly Co-Chair