Yael Waters (she/her) is a program designer, convener, and movement builder whose work centers community, creativity, and collective learning. She is an active practitioner of Ashkenazi herbalism, food cultivation, and land-based Jewish practice, with a particular interest in Jewish agricultural rhythms, seasonal traditions, and the ways embodied practice can deepen belonging. In her role as program manager at Mitsui Collective, Yael primarily supports our new Abracadabra: School of Practical Magic, and Nitzotz Jewish Embodiment Teaching Fellowship.

Select Trainings and Study:

• Master of Arts in Jewish Professional Studies (in progress) — Spertus Institute, Chicago, IL

• The Leadership Exchange

• New Roots Institute Fellowship

• Yoga Teacher Training