The conference was held over two days and explored issues of army and society, the Israeli society, education, and special discussion panels headed by the leaders of the mechinot on the subjects of women as fighters, refusal to serve, Israeli and Jewish identities, and human rights according to the Israeli Declaration of Independence.
Deputy Chief of General Staff of the IDF Amir Baram spoke of the different arenas of challenge that the army faces, the character of the Israeli commander, and expressed his appreciation to the mechinot. He emphasized the importance of equal opportunities in the army and the integration different social groups into the army as part of combat service.
Avishai Berman, Chairman of the Joint Council of Mechinot: "Despite the great difference between religious, secular and mixed mechinot, we are here to find what brings us together, especially in these days of hard disagreements. As soon as we understand what we have in common, it will be easier for us to speak of our differences and reach agreements. The mechinot world brings together shared and opposing ideological stances, and despite that, works together toward the common goal – the continuous prosperity of the Zionist project. We all take part in the missions called 'The State of Israel' and it is up to all sides to stop the deterioration that we witness, so that we can continue to develop Israel for dozens of years of joint activity, together."
KKL-JNF Chairwoman Ifat Ovadiva-Luski: "The mechinot project carries an important Zionist and social weight. The mechinot shape Israel and implant their students with the values of Zionism, patriotism and devotion. KKL-JNG considers its longstanding support of the mechinot as a first-rate national and Zionist mission, and this support will continue. On Israel's 75th year of independence, I wish everyone that the mechinot will maintains their important activity for Israel, and we will continue to support it."