10^th North American Chevra Kadisha and Jewish Cemetery Conference

June 10^th, 11^th, and 12^th 2012
at the American Jewish University in Los Angeles, California

Sponsored by Kavod v’Nichum, this gathering of Chevra Kadisha participants and leaders, rabbis and cantors, chaplains, hospice workers, educators, Jewish cemetery managers trustees, and folks just wanting to learn more, is an incredible unique opportunity.

• Two full days of workshops to explore and learn from experienced and knowledgeable speakers about critical issues facing the Chevra Kadisha and Jewish Cemetery world
• Numerous opportunities for in-depth networking
• Full conference plenary sessions that address traditional Jewish practices    
• Registration fees, including all Kosher meals, starting at $260
• Direct flights to Los Angeles International or Bob Hope (Burbank) airports from most major cities
• Dorm rooms at the University for $90 per night or nearby hotel rooms for $150 per night (including all taxes).

To get a taste of the conference, take a look at last year's 2011 program from Chicago. Our 2012 conference will cover many of these topics and much more in the areas of:

Tahara, tachrichim, shmira

Infection control, organ and tissue donation, autopsy

Working with funeral homes, logistics, contracts

Cemetery issues – volunteer boards, finances, perpetual care, closing down a cemetery, abandonment, genealogy

Educating your community, both adults and children

Training your Chevra Kadisha

Challenges of cremation, intermarriage, gender issues

Registration notes:

• In the items listed in the "I want to attend" section above, click on the blue plus to open a description.

• The "remaining" column will tell you how many spaces are left when we get close to filling up. The "available until" column is the last day to register at that price.
  

• If you purchase multiple items, such as 2 full registrations, we will ask you questions about registrant 1 and then about registrant 2. Please complete both.
  
  
• If you don't want to pay by credit card, you can mail in a check - 8112 Sea Water Path, Columbia, MD  21045.
  
  

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