Rabbi taught in Nefesh Dovid, a yeshiva for deaf and hearing impaired young men. He currently resides in Thornhill with his family where he is an active member of the Kollel Ohr Yosef Thornhill Community Kollel.

An adventurous, inspiring speaker

From Brooklyn to Israel to Mexico City to San Diego and now Miami, Rebbetzin Yaffa Palti has been actively involved in community affairs, teaching, lecturing, and has led challah bakes for thousands of women across the US, for many years. She is also a trained educator as well as a certified substance abuse professional. As a speaker, Yaffa lectures on many diverse topics, mostly inspirational, motivational and transformational; all profound, enlightening and unique and filled with humor and amusement. Yaffa’s mission in life is to help other women live on purpose, too, by rediscovering the genius and joy of Judaism.

A sought-after international speaker

When not spending the majority of her time with college students and young professionals, Shoshana is proud to serve as the National Program Director of Mikvah USA’s Education Division, My Gift of Mikvah. A sought after national speaker, Shoshana uses honest, personal insight, wit and charm to inspire and entertain varied audiences. For the past three years, Shoshana has been inspiring audiences and readers alike, through “My Perfect Life” with her personal story of triumph through struggle; sharing with humor and courage the trials and tribulations of raising “special” children, her own journey of “getting sick” and the miracles that have transpired in the process.

A strong woman in a mission

Adina Stilerman is on a mission to ignite the greatness in Jews across the world. As the cofounder of Yehudi, she has helped grow the successful organization from a small project in her home, to a major operation in six locations across Florida State. She now functions as the Senior Educator for Partners in Torah, and is motivating her international audience to bring out the best in themselves and others.

An outstanding leader

Charlie Harary, Esq. is an internationally acclaimed speaker for subjects ranging from behavioral intelligence to performance management to personal empowerment. He has created dozens of videos that have received worldwide attention reaching hundreds of thousands of people in over 15 countries.

An acclaimed Literature, Philosophy and Women’s expert

Tziporah Heller Gottlieb is an educator, author, and speaker. She is a senior faculty member at the Neve Yerushalayim College for Women, principal of the Bnos Avigail seminary on the Neve campus, and a lecturer for the online Jewish college, Naaleh.com. She specializes in textual analysis of Biblical literature and Jewish philosophy, and exploration of the role of women in Judaism. The author of eight books, she is also a weekly columnist for the Hamodia newspaper.

An acclaimed Ethics and Philosophy specialist

Having received his Ph.D. in mathematical logic at Brandeis University, Rabbi Dr. Dovid Gottlieb went on to become Professor of Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University. Today he is a senior faculty member at Ohr Somayach in Jerusalem. An accomplished author and lecturer, Rabbi Gottlieb has electrified audiences with his stimulating and energetic presentations on ethical and philosophical issues.

An energetic forward thinker.

Mrs. Yaffa Moskowitz is the Director of Education of Midreshet Rachel v’Chaya. Yaffa served as teacher and Director of Ateres Seminary for women on the Queens College Campus for 13 years. She was also involved in the Neshei Shor Yoshuv community and gave chaburas for married women.

A passionate life coach

Passionate about helping women create change one baby step at a time.

A Jewish Studies expert

Shalvie received her BSc in Maths and Finance from the University of South Africa. She studied Jewish thought and textual analysis at the Nishmat Seminary in Jerusalem. Shalvie has taught in high schools in Johannesburg, as well as at many seminaries in Israel, both for newly observant students as well as those with religious backgrounds. She currently teaches Jewish Studies at Hasmonean Girls High School as well as teaching for various parts of the Aish and Olami family.

A Chassidic Philosophy and Human Psychology expert

Rabbi Shalom Yona Weis is a dynamic, inspirational, humorous and engaging speaker that has spoken for organizations, schools, universities and institutions on a variety of topics and to audiences of various sizes and affiliations all around the world. He spent 4 years as an Outreach Director for Aish HaTorah, NY. Combining his life experiences, chassidic philosophy and human psychology gleaned under the close tutelage of Rabbi Moshe Weinberger shlita and his natural warmth, and wit, Rabbi Weis’ guidance has helped thousands find meaning, pleasure and beauty in their Jewish identities.

A passionate educator with an adventurous life

After obtaining her university degree, Rivka Pesha Alter backpacked the world (30+ countries!) looking for her soul and the meaning of life. She finally ended up in Israel, studying the depths of her own heritage and have been here (almost) ever since. She has worked on an organic kibbutz, dug the ancient land of Israel on archaeological digs and learned about the science behind natural pesticides. But by far the coolest and most relevant thing she has ever done is to plumb the secrets of Judaism with some truly great teachers.

An inspiring lecturer

Gail studied Social work and psychology in Cleveland where she graduated with honors. Gail completed an E.C.E. and R.T. degree. She then began her important work in Jewish Outreach, where she continues to inspire and educate people of all ages through classes and programs.

A super-star international Lecturer

Rabbi YY is one of the most sought after speakers in the Jewish world. He is a popular speaker in the UK, USA, Canada, France, Belgium, Gibraltar, South Africa and Israel. He is a regular Broadcaster on National TV and Radio in the UK and has written and presented shows for the BBC. Rabbi YY has written ten books. He is a senior lecturer for the Gateways Organization in New York and teaches at various schools.

A brilliant, internationally-renowned lecturer

Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz is the Founder and Director of the Jerusalem Medical Ethics Forum and has written several books on Jewish Thought and Philosophy, which were later translated into Spanish, Portuguese and French. He currently lectures on Jewish Thought and Medical Ethics at the Jewish Learning Exchange in London where he has been based for more than 20 years. He is also a regular speaker for Olami.

An awesome, fully dedicated leader

Committed to helping Jewish students explore their roots, Rabbi Quinn sensed a gap in support for those already interested into learning more about their heritage. To address this issue and get these students the support and resources they need, Rabbi Quinn joined forces with Rabbi Bloom to launch Jewish Routes in 2011. As Co-Founder of Jewish Routes’ parent organization, he gives engaging Torah classes, meets with students one-on-one, and runs inspirational Birthright trips and learning retreats. He also co-runs Jewish Routes’ yeshiva and seminary.

An outstanding lecturer

Rabbi Joshua Kaller is currently an Aish Ha’Torah teacher in Toronto. He has worked as a Torah lecturer and educator for over 4 years in Toronto. He has taught for numerous organizations including RAJE Canada, Westmount Shul, and Tiferes Bais Yaakov and many more. He is a graduate of the University of Florida in Classics and English, as well as a graduate from American University with a JD/MA. He has been an in-house scholar at the Ohr Yosef Kollel in Toronto where he continues to further his understanding of Talmud and Halacha.

A multi-talented speaker and thinker

Lawrence Hajioff is a British-American rabbi, educator, and writer. He is on the Judaic studies faculty of the Stern College for Women at Yeshiva University and is also the Assistant Director of Admissions. Hajioff served as the official rabbi for Birthright Israel in Manhattan, New York. Hajioff is also the author of three books. Hajioff is on the speakers’ bureau of the Orthodox Union and Yeshiva University. He is also a “Visiting Scribe” at the Jewish Book Council.

An experienced, world-famous speaker

Rabbi Avraham Edelstein is the Director of Neve College for Women. A native of South Africa, Rabbi Edelstein brings over 30 years of experience in Jewish education and outreach. He has founded several Jewish organizations, sits on the board of numerous Jewish educational institutions, and is in demand as a speaker throughout the Jewish world. He incorporates student feedback into every aspect of life at Neve, and his enthusiasm and drive for excellence have created an unstoppable, dynamic energy throughout the campus.

A highly experienced educator

Liat Mayerfeld is Women’s Educator for Aish UK. Born in New York, she earned teaching qualification and degrees in Jewish studies and special needs education from Michlala College for Women in Jerusalem. Liat spent 2.5 years working for Israeli military intelligence, before moving to the UK with her husband and family. She joined Aish UK in 2000 as Women’s Educator working in schools.

An international speaker focused on women empowerment

Jackie Glaser (nee Engel) had a private practice in Sydney, Australia and worked as the resident “Psychologist” on the national “Today Show”. Jackie also consulted for the police, media personalities and non profit organizations. She was a keynote speaker for the National Young Leaders Foundation in Australia. Jackie is now the Director of Leadership Development for Olami, Director of Jewish meditation and mindfulness program Olami Connect and Director of Souled, a national Jewish women’s empowerment program as well as an international speaker for Jewish organizations.

A Jewish text and Philosophy expert

Esther Wein has been teaching Jewish women for close to 30 years. She is known for teaching subjects such as Parsha, Tefillah, Navi, History on an intellectually advanced level, but gearing her shiurim towards students with all levels of education. With a strong text based and philosophical emphasis, she strives to expose students to fundamental Jewish ideas and their eternal truths. Drawing on great master, she excites and inspires her audience with the ingenuity and profundity that is hiding just beneath the surface of the text.

An outstanding Dating and Marriage coach

Devorah held positions at various Jewish organizations, including the Anti-Defamation League, Hadassah, Isralight, and the Jewish Renaissance Center. She has been teaching classes on Judaism for women for more than 12 years, teaching for Discovery, MJE, JICNY, NYU, Rutgers and Touro College among others. Devorah prepares brides for their wedding by teaching kallah classes. Devorah shares her personal journey and clearly addresses the questions we all have on topics like a woman’s role, sexuality, dating and marriage.

A Jewish Philosophy and Relationships specialist

Debbie Greenblatt is a senior lecturer for the Gateways organization and a teacher for over 30 years of both observant and not-yet-observant Jewish women. Debbie’s lecture topics include Jewish texts, Jewish thought, and relationships.

An outstanding lecturer

Bracha Zaret is the co-director of JAM, along with her husband Rabbi Moshe Zaret. Together with a staff of 6 outreach couples, Bracha spearheads a worldwide recruitement campaign for JWSA.

A warm, relatable educator

Ayelet Elnecave received a B.A. in Jewish Studies from Vanderbilt University in 2005. She then taught English as a second language in Mexico for three years before making aliyah in 2010. Her online parsha class is one of the most popular on social media today and reaches thousands every week online. A rising star in the Jewish world, her enthusiasm for Torah is contagious, and she is beloved among students for being so relatable, for being able to “speak their language”.

A humorous and engaging speaker

Rabbi Akiva Pollack is the CEO of RAJE Philadelphia and Educational Director of CBS Community Center. His humorous and philosophical style keeps his classes engaging and thought provoking.

An Emotional Intelligence and Jewish Studies expert

Shifra Chesler completed her BA in Childhood and Youth Studies. She then graduated from London’s One Thought Practitioners’ Training Institute. Shifra ran a 3 principles, counselling practice in Jerusalem. Shifra is currently the co-director of Aish at Penn State University, where she hosts students regularly for Shabbats, teaches classes on both emotional intelligence and Jewish studies and meets with students on a one-to-one basis.

An experienced leader

Rabbi Shaul Rosenblatt is the director of the Rabbinical Training Academy. He is also the author of Why Bad Things DON’T Happen to Good People, a semi auto-biographical book about understanding and facing challenging times. Shaul founded Aish UK in 1993, Honestreporting.com in 2001, Tikun in 2006, and the Innate Health Centre in 2012. In 30 years of rabbinic leadership, he has counseled many hundreds of people in a broad range of circumstances.

An outstanding Relationship and Women’s Issues specialist

Having spent 9 years working as a rebbetzin in the London Aish HaTorah community, Mrs Cowland and her family moved to Jerusalem in 2004 where she has been involved in teaching and education administration. Mrs. Cowland is a sought after lecturer and educator internationally, with a specialty in the topics of relationships and women’s issues. Mrs. Cowland teaches shalom bayit courses to young married women in Jerusalem.

An outstanding educator

Nalini is extremely passionate about teaching taharat hamishpacha and has infused a deep appreciation for shalom bayit to the hundreds of brides she has taught. Nalini lived in Israel for four years and left a piece of her heart there that she hopes to reunite with again sometime soon. She has an open door, both figuratively and literally, and loves meeting interesting people.

A ground-breaking innovator

Rabbi Klatzko currently serves as a Senior Director for Olami and in that capacity oversees and trains Jewish educators throughout North America. Rabbi Klatzko also founded the highly impactful “Akiva Trip” franchise with trips to Israel, Poland and New York Stateside. He is also the founder of Shabbat.com.

An acclaimed speaker

Anthony Manning has an MA in Law from Oxford University and was a successful commercial lawyer and lecturer in London. He moved to Israel in 2002 in order to pursue a rabbinic career; he studied at the Jerusalem Kollel. He is a member of the Rabbinical Council of America (RCA). He is a Senior Lecturer in the most prestigious seminaries. Rabbi Manning speaks regularly as a Scholar-In-Residence in communities across the US, Canada, UK and Israel.

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An eminent, inspiring Lecturer

For over 20 years, Rabbi Shurin has helped guide thousands of women in their journey to a more enriched Jewish life. Rabbi Shurin is the grandson of Rabbi Yaakov Kamenetsky, zt”l, and had a very close, special relationship with his grandfather. Originally from New York, Rabbi Shurin learned in the Chaim Berlin Yeshiva under Rabbi Yitzchak Hutner, zt”l. In addition to his illustrious background, Rabbi Shurin holds an advanced degree in Guidance and Counseling from Nova University.

A world-renowned, experienced educator

Rebbetzin Pavlov is an outstanding Jewish educator with over 35 years of experience. She has an international reputation as a lecturer on Midrash, Jewish Philosophy and Ethics, and a keen expertise in teaching textual skills. In 1994, Rebbetzin Pavlov founded She’arim College of Jewish Studies for Women. Recognizing the need of today’s women to learn in an intimate environment that challenges them intellectually and fosters spiritual growth, she assembled a group of dedicated rabbis and teachers who shared her vision.

An extremely erudite speaker

Following his studies at the University of Toronto, Aaron learned in Yeshivat Aish HaTorah. After moving back to Toronto in 2009, Aaron has been blessed to have had the opportunity to continue his studies for the past 11+ years. Aaron greatly enjoys sharing the timeless lessons of the Torah’s wisdom and it’s down-to-earth relevance.