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Following the tremendous success of our inaugural JNS International Policy Summit in Jerusalem (April 2025) JNS is proud to announce the 2026 JNS Policy Delegation - April 15-22, 2026 - a week-long experience bringing together senior officials, diplomats, policymakers, philanthropists and leading thinkers to explore Israel’s most pressing challenges and opportunities in the aftermath of October 7.
This Policy Delegation will take place during one of the State of Israel’s most significant periods, between Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) and Yom HaAtzmaut (Israel’s Independence Day).
All 2026 Summit events - including the 3-Day Summit (April 15–17), Shabbaton (April 17–18), and VIP Tours (April 19–22) - will be offered à la carte, allowing you to choose either an all-inclusive package or the individual days you wish to attend. For those seeking the full experience, the JNS Policy Delegation Package (April 15–22) offers an exclusive, all-inclusive VIP program that encompasses all summit activities.
Please note that tickets do not include flights or accommodations. The Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem is extending a special rate for summit attendees when booking through our site.
HOTEL ROOMS
**SPECIAL RATE**
The Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem is offering an exclusive discounted rate for 2026 Summit attendees. Guests booking up to five nights between April 15–19, 2026 will receive the special Summit rate.
Participants of the JNS Policy Delegation (April 15–22) who reserve six nights or more will receive an additional nightly discount.
Please use the links below to book your discounted room at the Waldorf Astoria:
Guests who wish to explore additional hotel options at lower rates may do so through JNS’s partnership with BookingMaster, which provides specially discounted rates for Summit guests.
AGENDA
The full Summit agenda will be published as the event approaches.
SPEAKERS
The full list of Speakers will be published as the event approaches.
Throughout the entire Summit, attendees will hear from a distinguished lineup of speakers, including senior government officials, leading policy experts, top voices in media and academia, prominent philanthropists, and influential community leaders from Israel and around the world. These speakers will bring diverse, high-level perspectives to the most pressing issues facing Israel and the Jewish people, fostering serious, solutions-focused dialogue.
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Building on the momentum of the historic 2025 Inaugural Summit, the 2026 Summit will once again convene top-level government officials, diplomats, policymakers, media voices, philanthropists, academics, and other leading thinkers for critical discussions on Israel’s strategic direction in the aftermath of October 7 and beyond.
Wed, April 15 (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM) will feature a festive opening evening, including the Opening Plenary and an exclusive reception with senior leaders, dignitaries, and influential voices across sectors.
Thur, April 16 (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM) will be a full day summit including plenary sessions, breakout forums, and networking opportunities, culminating in a Cocktail Dinner Reception.
Fri, April 17 (9:00 AM - 2:30 PM) will begin with a breakfast buffet, followed by high-level professional "Taskforce Policy Forums". These sessions will bring together leading experts to shape forward-looking policy recommendations for the State of Israel. The day will conclude with an exclusive VIP-only Leadership Luncheon.
The Summit aims to confront Israel’s most pressing strategic questions, while reinforcing its status as a military, economic, and moral superpower on the global stage.
Immediately following the Summit, JNS will host a special Shabbaton (April 17-18) in Jerusalem for our supporters and friends - those who stand with JNS in our mission to combat media bias and defend truth.
This inspiring Shabbat experience will combine a warm, festive atmosphere with high-level discussion and engagement. Participants will hear from leading speakers from Israel and abroad and join meaningful conversations on the key issues facing the Jewish people today.
The weekend also features curated tours in and around Jerusalem. While the Policy Summit offers a formal setting for strategic dialogue, the Shabbaton provides a more informal space for continued high-level conversations and shared vision - set in the heart of Israel’s eternal capital.
For the first time, JNS will launch its Inaugural Policy Delegation (Wed, April 15 - Wed, April 22), a one-of-a-kind immersive program through Israel, running concurrently with and extending beyond the Summit and Shabbaton.
This week-long experience will begin with the three-day Policy Summit, followed by the JNS Shabbaton, and continue with tailored VIP tours throughout the country - curated around the themes discussed at the Summit and forums.
Led by elite guides and guest speakers, these tours will offer unparalleled access to key sites, frontline perspectives, and thought leaders shaping Israel’s future.
The Delegation will culminate in a festive Yom Ha’atzmaut (Independence Day) Brunch at a prestigious Israeli winery, hosted in the presence of Israeli leaders, dignitaries, and Lone Soldiers - celebrating Israel’s resilience and the shared mission of those who stand by her side.
Dress Code
Business formal/casual
Tickets
Bring your tickets and ID/Passport
to all JNS Events
Parking
Parking is available at Mamillah Parking Lot, located at 6 Yitzhak Kariv Street, Jerusalem.
CONTACT US
ADDRESS
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
26-28 Agron Street
Jerusalem 9419008
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