Weintraub Israel Center Presents  ·  Tucson, AZ Let’s change the way we talk. Let’s talk tachles. Sunday–Monday, March 22–23, 2026
Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona
3718 E. River Road, Tucson
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Whether it’s Israel, politics, or any loaded conversation, we’ve all felt that sudden tension in the room. Too often, these moments end in frustration or defensiveness – at our Shabbat tables, in classrooms, workplaces, and community spaces – creating more distance between us.

But what if the problem isn’t that we disagree? What if we simply don’t know how?

We are proud to invite you to a unique, hands-on experience in Tucson. This is not another lecture on advocacy or talking points – it is a practical, experiential space where we practice turning disagreement into meaningful engagement, learning, and growth.

Three Sessions. Choose What Fits You. All participants begin with Session 1 – the foundation for everything that follows. Open to ages 14+.
Session 1 Community Opening: The Healthy Argument Mindset For: Open to everyone The “Intro” to the Art of Dialogue: Join us to gain the tools to “agree to disagree” without the frustration. We’ll explore how to set the right intentions, practice guided, healthy arguments, and build a shared language to help you navigate complex topics – including Israel.
Sun, Mar 22 · 11:00 AM – 12:50 PM · $5
Foundation session: Required for any following sessions Register – $5
Session 2 “Hazmana” Workshop: Difficult Living-Room Conversations For: Parents, educators, community leaders, students, staff, leadership, and anyone interested in practical dialogue tools A Deep Dive into Practice: A more intimate session for those who want to practice and master tools for daily conversations – with our children, friends, or colleagues. We will shift from Hasbara (explanation) to Hazmana (invitation) in Israel-related conversations, learning to navigate charged topics with curiosity rather than defensiveness.
Sun, Mar 22 · 1:20 PM – 4:40 PM · $20 (includes lunch)
Requires Session 1 Register – $20
Session 3 – Exclusive Educators & Leaders For: Educators & organizational leaders Advanced skills for turning friction into learning in your professional setting.
Mon, Mar 23 · 8:45 AM – 12:10 PM · Limited spots
Requires Session 1 Reserve Your Spot
Robbie Gringras
Your Facilitator Robbie Gringras Oxford-trained storyteller, playwright, and co-founder of For the Sake of Argument. Robbie has spent 30 years in theater and 20 years in Jewish education, developing the “hugging and wrestling” approach to Israel engagement.
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