AHAVA
Charity Fund
Retreat for Nova Survivors Space for Healing, Connection and Growth
Increasing Joy
Among the People
Event Date and Location
Rossinière-GStaad, Switzerland, March 16-23, 2025
Be a part
supporting the AHAVA Retreat for Nova SurvivorS
We invite philanthropists and visionaries to join us in supporting the AHAVA Retreat for Nova Survivors, a unique sanctuary for healing, connection, and renewal.
Designed to aid those impacted by the events of October 7, this seven-day retreat offers a serene environment in the Swiss Alps, fostering recovery and empowerment through tailored experiences and therapeutic activities.
AHAVA Retreat includes
Held over eight days and seven nights, the AHAVA Retreat includes an intimate,
guided experience with one content narrator, and 5 skilled instructors – chefs,
therapists & assistants – per session. Our program blends AHAVA’s unique mediation
language & techniques with a range of restorative activities, with the music they
love, giving survivors practical tools for joyful, empowered living.
Life-Changing Experience
that facilitates healing and practical recovery
Welcome Dinner
with the Jewish community in Gstaad
Evening Parties
Dance, release, and reconnect
additional Workshops
DJ'ing, Painting, Writing & Photo shooting Workshops
14 Hours of AHAVA Mediation Workshops
Practical tools for joyful, creative living, enhancing relationships, parenting, and navigating challenges, based on the AHAVA mediation method
Life-Changing Experience
that facilitates healing and practical recovery
Spa and Touch Therapy Treatments
Relax with thermal springs and a visit to the scenic town of Gstaad
Nature Walks
Connect with peace and freedom in nature
Daily Collaborative Work
Engage in practical activities
Sound Healing Sessions
Restore inner harmony
A summary party
at the Kirgistan Yurt Gstaad, "Fun-Raising" event
AHAVA Retreat includes
Held over eight days and seven nights, the AHAVA Retreat includes an intimate,
guided experience with one content narrator, and 5 skilled instructors – chefs,
therapists & assistants – per session. Our program blends AHAVA’s unique mediation
language & techniques with a range of restorative activities, with the music they
love, giving survivors practical tools for joyful, empowered living.
Life-Changing Experience
that facilitates healing and practical recovery
Welcome Dinner
with the Jewish community in Gstaad
Evening Parties
Dance, release, and reconnect
additional Workshops
DJ'ing, Painting, Writing & Photo shooting Workshops
14 Hours of AHAVA Mediation Workshops
Practical tools for joyful, creative living, enhancing relationships, parenting, and navigating challenges, based on the AHAVA mediation method
Life-Changing Experience
that facilitates healing and practical recovery
Spa and Touch Therapy Treatments
Relax with thermal springs and a visit to the scenic town of Gstaad
Nature Walks
Connect with peace and freedom in nature
Daily Collaborative Work
Engage in practical activities
Sound Healing Sessions
Restore inner harmony
A summary party
at the Kirgistan Yurt Gstaad, "Fun-Raising" event
All-Inclusive Healing Experience
We would like to ensures that all participants enjoy an all-inclusive experience, covering flights, accommodation, meals, and all activities. This vision of healing and connection is made possible through the generosity of our supporters.
A Chalet of Transformation
Nestled at 1,150 meters in the picturesque village of Rossinière,
the 410-year-old chalet offers an idyllic setting for healing and growth,
with cozy accommodations, a sauna, and spaces designed for connection, meditation,
and celebration.
All-Inclusive Healing Experience
We would like to ensures that all participants enjoy an all-inclusive experience, covering flights, accommodation, meals, and all activities. This vision of healing and connection is made possible through the generosity of our supporters.
A Chalet of Transformation
Nestled at 1,150 meters in the picturesque village of Rossinière,
the 410-year-old chalet offers an idyllic setting for healing and growth,
with cozy accommodations, a sauna, and spaces designed for connection, meditation,
and celebration.
The Retreat's Documentary:
one year after
The AHAVA Retreat will also be documented in the series, “Nova: A Parallel Dance.” Across 12 healing sessions throughout 2025, this project will share the resilience and courage of 180 participants,
offering a global audience a profound glimpse
into their journey toward recovery.
This series offers viewers an intimate glimpse into the courage and determination of 180 individuals as they embrace healing and renewal. Their testimonials will serve as lasting evidence of the horrifying experiences they have endured, while the retreats reveal how we can evolve from our deepest pains to a personal creative growth with a worldwide influence.
The documentary is produced by Moriah & Ira Rockman, Na’ama & Jonathan Ellman and Mordechai Danos,
in collaboration with AHAVA Charity Fund and the
NOVA Community Charity Fund.
We invite you to collaborate with us as partners-donors-producers, sharing in the potential future revenue, togehter with all Nova participants.
Costs of Filming team will deliver upon request.
The Retreat's Documentary:
one year after
The AHAVA Retreat will also be documented in the series, “Nova: A Parallel Dance.” Across 12 healing sessions throughout 2025, this project will share the resilience and courage of 180 participants,
offering a global audience a profound glimpse
into their journey toward recovery.
This series offers viewers an intimate glimpse into the courage and determination of 180 individuals as they embrace healing and renewal. Their testimonials will serve as lasting evidence of the horrifying experiences they have endured, while the retreats reveal how we can evolve from our deepest pains to a personal creative growth with a worldwide influence.
The documentary is produced by Moriah & Ira Rockman, Na’ama & Jonathan Ellman and Mordechai Danos,
in collaboration with AHAVA Charity Fund and the
NOVA Community Charity Fund.
We invite you to collaborate with us as partners-donors-producers, sharing in the potential future revenue, togehter with all Nova participants.
Costs of Filming team will deliver upon request.
OUR TEAM
Thanks to the generosity of Mrs. Na’ama Josting Ellman & Mr. Jonathan Ellman, who were personally experienced the benefits of the AHAVA Mediation Process, we have raised a donation to help share its impact with the world.
Rabbi Eli Marelus, head of Habad Gstaad, embraced the program to his heart and helps us make it a healing reality.
Moriah & Ira Rockman, entrepreneurs and owners of “Smiling House” (smilinghouse.com),have generously facilitate the use at two chalets – one for retreat participants and the other for the documentary team – offering tranquil homes for all involved throughout the program.
The helpers and therapists, including Mordechai Danos, Mediator & founder of AHAVA Charity Fund.
The retreat is managed by Sahar Ohayon, 25, a Nova survivor who heroically saved many lives by opening an army route for cars to escape.
Thanks to the generosity of Mrs. Na’ama Josting Ellman & Mr. Jonathan Ellman, who were personally experienced the benefits of the AHAVA Mediation Process, we have raised a donation of $10,000
to help share its impact with the world.
Rabbi Eli Marelus, head of Habad Gstaad, embraced the program to his heart and helps us make it a healing reality.
Moriah & Ira Rockman, entrepreneurs and owners of “Smiling House” (smilinghouse.com),
have generously donated 50% of the costs for two chalets – one for retreat participants and the other for the documentary team – offering tranquil homes for all involved throughout the program.
The helpers and therapists, including Mordechai Danos, Mediator & founder of AHAVA Charity Fund – are donating 50% of costs of their time, skills & efforts.
The retreat is managed by Sahar Ohayon, 25, a Nova survivor who heroically saved many lives by opening an army route for cars to escape.
We are honored and privileged to help bridge trauma to joy,
pain to creativity & global influence
This is a mission of healing, where meaningful human connection and community can become the foundation for peace and understanding. Your partnership will provide relief to those affected by un-imaginable hardship and contribute to a legacy of strength and hope for generations.
With your generous support, we can bring this retreat and documentary production to life, creating a sustainable and impactful experience that will profoundly benefit all participants.
We are still in a need for 27’000 Euros to ensure the first retreat is on a GO.
This is a mission of healing, where meaningful human connection and community can become the foundation for peace and understanding. Your partnership will provide relief to those affected by un-imaginable hardship and contribute to a legacy of strength and hope for generations.
With your generous support, we can bring this retreat and documentary production to life, creating a sustainable and impactful experience that will profoundly benefit all participants.
In Solidarity, Hope and deep gratitude
Rabbi Eli Marelus, Habad Gstaad, Friend of AHAVA
Moriah and Ira Rokman, Friends of AHAVA and Chalet Owners
Founders of OTA Tracker Villa & Smiling House, Triangle
Paz Amar, producer at NOVA party 7/10, Founder of Nova community Charity fund
Naama Josting Ellman – Friend of AHAVA, Founder of Bria – wellbeing center for women
nestled in a perma culture farm in Bnei Zion
Jonathan Ellman, Friend of AHAVA, Tech Entrepreneur
Notary Sylvia Rothstein, Dana Danos, Ronen Neuhaus, Beni Ze’evi, and Kobi Goldstein –
Founders of AHAVA Charity Fund | Ami Avraham, Architect, Tech Entrepreneur, Chairman
of AHAVA | Mordechai Danos, AHAVA Mediator, Attorney, Founder
AHAVA Retreat & Documentary Team, January 2025
Donations to the project are currently accepted through the Nova Tribe Community nonprofit organization at the following link. Please specify in the subject: “Nova AHAVA Retreat Switzerland” and the donation will be fully allocated to the project. Thank you.
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