Thousands of Jewish leaders from around the world are converging on New York this week for the annual International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Women Emissaries (Kinus Hashluchot). The conference is taking place ahead of the 38th anniversary of the passing of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, of righteous memory, on 22 Shevat (Monday, Feb. 9).

Together with their husbands, the women are among the over 5,000 Chabad emissary couples serving communities from Accra, Ghana, to Zurich, Switzerland. The conference offers attendees the chance to connect and learn from their peers, and to rededicate themselves to their mission. More than 30 workshops on a kaleidoscope of contemporary issues will be held in various locations in Brooklyn, along with a series of dinners and programs.

The highlight of the conference will take place on Monday, when all the attendees will visit the Ohel, the resting place of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory, and his wife, Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka, on the anniversary of her passing. The women bring prayer petitions with them from their far-flung communities to leave at the resting place.

Just like the men’s conference, which is held annually in late November, an iconic “class picture” is scheduled to take place outside of Chabad-Lubavitch world headquarters at 770 Eastern Parkway on Friday, leading into a Shabbat of inspiration and connection.

The conference will be capped with the grand gala banquet on Sunday, where thousands of people are expected to attend in person. Countless more around the world will join the celebration by watching the event live at Chabad.org/Kinus.