The United Synagogue

US Leadership Launch

PRESS COVERAGE

London, 12th January, 2007

US LEADERSHIP LAUNCH

By Jan Shure

The United Synagogue is launching an initiative designed to develop the leadership skills of key members of US congregations and to “nurture innovation” within communities

Called “Champions of Change,” the programme will identify and train outstanding individuals who are active members of US synagogues. The one-year scheme, designed for people who are in full-time occupations, will include training in “community transformation management” alongside coaching and mentoring from a support network of experienced professionals. In addition to taught modules, the programme includes an international seminar and a leadership retreat with the Chief Rabbi.

The new initiative – a partnership between the US and several prominent community foundations - is expected to commence at the end of April 2007.

The programme was developed in response to the election manifesto of US President, Dr. Simon Hochhauser, in which he stated: “The US has tended to treat change and new ideas with caution and it is time to encourage people to innovate. We need new styles of shul, new shul service types, and new social programmes.”

Rabbi Saul Zneimer, Chief Executive said “The US must develop a contemporary and creative leadership ethos with which the next generation of US members can identify. This exciting new programme places us at the forefront of the Community and we are confident it will attract the type of leaders that our communities will need in the future.”

Samuel Klein Director of the Initiative said, “We hope to invest in exceptional individuals, who have already exhibited strong leadership qualities in the Jewish community, and provide them with the support and opportunities they need to make a difference to their local community and to the United Synagogue as an organisation.”

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Article Credit, Jewish Chronicle, www.thejc.com

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