Elluminate Roundtable
U.S.-Israel Women’s Leadership
Meet Israeli women leading change at the frontlines — and be part of what comes next.
Israeli women are leading at the frontlines of social change — under extraordinary pressure, and with vision, courage, and moral clarity. They are lawyers challenging injustice, activists defending democracy, feminists reshaping religious life, innovators closing economic gaps, and human rights leaders holding society together in moments of fracture.
Elluminate supports Israeli women leaders who are advancing democracy in the Middle East and collaborating across all divides to build a more just and inclusive future for all.
This Elluminate Roundtable offers a unique opportunity to meet these women, hear their perspectives, and engage directly with their work. This multi-part series is designed to be experienced in stages: start with the virtual roundtables to learn and engage in conversation, deepen understanding at the in-person NYC gathering, and witness leadership in action during the Fall 2026 Israel trip.
Experience leadership up close with Israeli women shaping Israel’s future.
For more than seven years, Elluminate has been in deep relationship with these leaders through The Collective, Elluminate’s leadership advancement program for women CEOs. Each year, ten women are selected into The Collective, including Israeli women; over time, this has grown into a vibrant network of 22 Israeli women leaders whose work spans democracy, equity, social justice, and feminist leadership. Since October 7, their leadership — and their voices — have become even more essential, offering an unfiltered gender lens on trauma, resilience, and the future of Israeli society.
This is not a lecture series.
It is a journey into leadership.
Through this experience, you will learn about the status of women in Israel and see firsthand how Israeli women leaders are advancing equity, strengthening civil society, and building a more just and resilient society—while connecting these insights to the global network of women leaders cultivated through The Collective.
Elluminate Israel Journey – November 15 – 20, 2026
Experience Israel Through the Women Shaping Its Future
Our Israel Journey is an immersive leadership experience offering a unique opportunity to experience Israel through the eyes of the extraordinary women who are strengthening democracy, advancing gender equity, and building a more just and inclusive society.
Guided by Jewish values viewed through a feminist lens, participants will meet the entrepreneurial women leaders who are responding to today’s most pressing challenges while shaping Israel’s future. Through compelling conversations and firsthand experiences, our Journey provides a deeper understanding of Israeli society, the resilience of its people, and the critical role women play in strengthening civil society during times of challenge and transformation.
More than a mission, our Journey is an opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired.
The Women You’ll Meet
Shana Aaronson – Cohort 8 / Magen for Jewish Communitities
Creates safer Jewish communities in Israel and around the world through programs that prioritize victims, hold perpetrators accountable, and eliminate the stigma surrounding sexual abuse.
Ela Alon – Cohort 4 / Itach-Maaki Women Lawyers for Social Justice
Provides free legal aid to women facing discrimination and promotes female leadership through innovative community programs across diverse Israeli communities.
Rina Ayalin-Gorelik – Cohort 5 / Association of Ethiopian Jews
Advocates for racial equality and civil rights, leading initiatives that create opportunities and inclusion for Ethiopian Israelis..
Ifat Baron – Cohort 6 / Itworks
Bridges employment gaps in Israel’s high-tech sector, empowering Arab Israelis, youth at risk, and immigrants while scaling programs for national adoption.
Avital Blonder – Cohort 5 / Jindas – Social Urban Vitalization
Leads multi-sector partnerships advancing social mobility and urban renewal for marginalized communities through innovative, systemic solutions.
Yael Boim-Fein – Cohort 8 / The Institute for Gender Equity in Education
Advances gender equity in education through systemic, research-based initiatives to develop innovative tools and programs that embed gender into everyday educational practice in Israel.
Tali Ehrenthal – Cohort 7 / ASSAF – Aid Organization for Refugees and Asylum Seekers
Advances refugee and asylum seeker rights through humanitarian support, psychosocial care, and systemic advocacy.
Dyonna Ginsburg – Cohort 7 / OLAM
Mobilizes Jewish individuals and organizations for global service and humanitarian impact, amplifying the reach of international development efforts.
Yael Hasson – Cohort 8 / Adva Center
Promotes equality and social justice in Israel through research, policy advocacy, and community engagement, with a focus on women, girls, and marginalized communities.
Tal Hochman – Cohort 7 / Israel Women’s Network (IWN)
Promotes feminist policy and legal advocacy to advance women’s social, economic, and political leadership across Israel.
Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll – Cohort 3 / Chochmat Nashim
Raises awareness of gender exclusion in Jewish communities worldwide and leads advocacy initiatives to combat extremism and elevate women’s voices.
Moran Zer Katzenstein – Cohort 6 / Bonot Alternativa
Champions women’s rights and gender equality by integrating women into public decision-making and promoting democratic participation.
Michal Gera Margaliot – Cohort 2 / Israel Women’s Network
Promotes feminist policy and legal advocacy to advance women’s social, economic, and political leadership across Israel.
Michal Avera Samuel – Cohort 2 / Fidel Association
Assists with the integration of Ethiopian Israelis into greater Israeli society.
Yael Rockman – Cohort 2 / Kolech
Promotes women’s leadership in Orthodox Jewish communities and challenges patriarchal norms to expand opportunities and rights for women.
Daniella Seltzer – Cohort 7 / Jerusalem Food Rescuers
Builds a sustainable urban food system through food rescue, education, and civic engagement, creating replicable models for social impact.
Dina Shalev – Cohort 5 / Lada’at – Choose Well
Promotes sexual health and reproductive rights, providing youth and women with resources to make informed decisions about wellbeing.
Mazal Shaul – Cohort 1 / WePower
Trains and promotes women to public and political leadership, advancing gender equality and legislative change.
Esty Shushan – Cohort 3 / Nivcharot – Ultra-Orthodox Women for Voice and Equality
Promotes political inclusion and leadership opportunities for ultra-Orthodox women within religious communities and broader Israeli society.
Tamar Shwartz – Cohort 6 / Women’s Spirit
Empowers women survivors of abuse through economic independence programs and feminist social change initiatives.
Moria Rodal Silfen – Cohort 7 / ATZUM – Task Force on Human Trafficking and Prostitution
Advocates for women’s rights, gender equality, and the eradication of sexual violence and human trafficking in Israel.
Orit Sulitzeanu – Cohort 5 / The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel
Leads national efforts to prevent sexual violence, support survivors, and advance advocacy, research, and public awareness initiatives.
Dana Talmi – Cohort 4 / Yahel – Israel Service Learning
Trains and supports young people and organizations in responsible volunteering, equipping future leaders for sustainable social change.
Susan Weiss – Cohort 1 / Center for Women’s Justice
Pioneers legal solutions to protect women’s rights and end injustices perpetrated in the name of religion, advancing gender equality in Israel.
Shelly Blatt Zak – Cohort 8 / The Rackman Center
Promotes the status of women in matters of family law through legal counseling, support for women navigating separation and divorce processes, and working closely with governmental agencies to promote policy change.