What is a Va’ad?
A Va’ad is a group or committee that works towards a common goal or overarching theme. HDNA movement members typically work together with members of the Mazkirut Artzit (Central Leadership Team) to create and run va’adot.
List of Active Va’adot
Anti-Racism Va’ad: On this va’ad, members will meet monthly to learn together about the practices of Mussar, which is the virtue-based ethics practice of self-improvement. We have the honor of working with Kirva, a Jewish organization that will help to lead us in a process of understanding our Jewish values and how they deeply relate to practices and morals of anti-racism through a course called ‘Dismantling Racism From the Inside Out.’ People who want to connect with others, bring Judaism into their life, and learn about how our experiences influence our lives should consider joining. The Chinuch from each machaneh is highly recommended to join this va’ad, as well as anyone who wants a shared learning experience this spring.
CLPIP Va’ad: On this va’ad, members will create a “Collective Liberation of the Peoples in Israel-Palestine” (CLPIP) tochnit to include more Palestinian voices in HDNA education and envision together how the two pillars (CLPIP & Progressive Labor Zionism) will relate to each other. Additionally, it is strongly encouraged and recommended that the Chinuch from each machaneh be on the va’ad. It is also highly encouraged for people with diverse ideologies to join the va’ad in order to create a nuanced tochnit through collaboration.
Tzevet Higui : Tzevet Higui is the ma’apilimot steering committee of HDNA. Higui works closely with the Mazkirut Artzit, providing support in decision-making that is representative of the needs of the various machanot. Higui is composed of two ma’apilimot from each machaneh and all spots are currently filled, so keep it in mind for next year!
Nachshonimot Va’adot: The 11th and 12th Grade Va’adot are comprised of two movement members from every machaneh. They are responsible for planning and running fun, online activities for their wider age-group. The purpose of these va’adot is form members to develop leadership skills, as well as to facilitate a deep kvutza connection amongst Nachshonimot in the movement.
If you are interested in joining any of these Va’adot or just want more information, please email HDNA’s Rakezet Chinuch (Director of Education) at maapilim@habonimdror.org.