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ZFA PROGRAMS YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE

MAY 2013 Dear future Israel program participant, There has never been a better time to spend time in Israel on a program. Whether you are seeking a short term program, or you want to take a year out to immerse yourself in Israeli culture, there are literally hundreds of program options available to you. From the 10-day whirlwind and exhilarating experience of Taglit-Birthright Israel, to a year spent living and breathing daily Israeli life, there is a program that is right for you. As the Australian partner of Taglit-Birthright Israel and the representative of Masa Israel Journey, the Zionist Federation of is proud to play a central role in helping over 700 young Australian to go on an Israel program each year. Participants return from these programs invigorated, inspired and with a stronger sense of their personal and Jewish identity; displaying maturity, worldliness and an increased interest in our vibrant Jewish community. If you are between the ages of 18 and 30 and want to learn more about the many exciting options available to you, read on! In this brochure you will discover a mere snapshot of the myriad programs on offer. To learn more, contact our Israel Programs department who are dedicated to helping you to find the perfect program. Sincerely, Philip Chester President Zionist Federation of Australia

1 WHO’S WHO of ISRAEL PROGRAMS

ZIONIST FEDERATION of AZYC AUSTRALIA (ZFA) The Australasian Zionist Youth Council (AZYC) The Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) is the is the roof body for Australia’s six Zionist federal roof body of all Zionist organisations and youth movements. They coordinate, promote activity in Australia, responsible for developing, and represent Australia’s Zionist youth to the enriching and supporting a meaningful relationship community and beyond while administering their between the Australian Jewish community and the gap year programs. Through their diverse and State of Israel. unique programming they bolster the Zionist youth of Australia irrespective of political and ZFA: ISRAEL PROGRAMS religious beliefs. ZFA Israel Programs are the Australian representatives of Masa Israel Journey and in AUJS 2012/13, through Masa Israel, they supported over The Australasian (AUJS) 260 Australians who travelled to Israel on a 5-10 has represented Jewish students on campus month program. As the partner of Taglit-Birthright across Australia and New Zealand since 1948. Israel and in conjunction with local organisers, AUJS clubs are registered at over 25 university they facilitated the visits of over 300 participants campuses. Each year AUJS organises engaging to travel on short-term Israel Programs, including social and political events both on and off campus, Taglit-Birthright Israel and AUJS Academy. runs a number of international programs to Israel and around the world, and provides Jewish MASA ISRAEL JOURNEY students with useful educational resources. Masa Israel is a project of the Government of Israel and the and was HAGSHAMA established in 2004 with the vision that all Jewish Hagshama provides relevant, varied and interesting young adults would have the opportunity to spend events to young adults in the Jewish community a semester to a year in Israel. Masa Israel offers with a focus on Israel. If you are interested in over 200 immersive gap year, study abroad, post- leadership, music events, films, outdoor activities, university and volunteer experiences for young boardroom lunches, weekends away, advocacy adults, and offer generous scholarships and grants. or speaking Hebrew, Hagshama has something to offer you. TAGLIT-BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL Taglit-Birthright Israel is an innovative partnership CHABAD on CAMPUS between the people of Israel through the Chabad on Campus works with Jewish students Government of Israel, private philanthropists on university campuses around Victoria and New through the Birthright Israel Foundation and South Wales. Chabad holds regular events, some Jewish communities world-wide. Through this, they on a daily basis such as shiurim on campus and provide a FREE 10-day educational tour of Israel evening classes; as well as weekly or monthly for young, Jewish adults who have never before Shabbatonim for students and other young adults. participated in an educational trip to Israel.

Long term programs that have Australian Hebrew University (Hebrew and Israeli based organisers who assist in the running and Culture Gap Year Program) logistics of the programs include: IBC (Israel By Choice) Gap Year Program AUJS (Aviv Gap Year program) Maccabi MSLP (Maccabi Sports Leadership AZYC Shnat (, , Habonim Gap Year Program) Dror, Hashomer Hatzair, Hineni and Netzer)

2 Local trip organisers working with the ZFA on the Taglit-Birthright Israel programs from Australia SHORT TERM are.: AUJS (Australasian Union of Jewish Students). A program uniquely tailored for Australian university students. PROGRAMS Email: [email protected] Hagshama. Visit Israel with other young adults aged 22-26 from across Australia and make TAGLIT-BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL life-long friendships. Ages: 18-26 Email : [email protected] Dates: Mid-year (June/July) and SEE Email : [email protected] end of year (December/January) ISRAEL FOR Chavaya (Chabad on Campus). Connect to the For more information or to apply Jewish people, Jewish life and the . visit www.israelprograms.com.au FREE! An inspirational and spiritual experience. Taglit-Birthright Israel is an innovative Email: [email protected] partnership between the people of Israel through KangaRusski. A brand new Taglit-Birthright Israel the Government of Israel, private philanthropists program for young adults from the Russian- through the Birthright Israel Foundation and speaking Jewish community. Jewish communities around the world. Email: [email protected] Taglit Birthright Israel is a gift. It is a FREE program designed to take young Jewish adults to Israel who have not previously participated in an organised Israel program. For 10 days, participants ELIGIBILITY: explore the cultural, social, religious, educational, 1. Be Jewish traditional and fun sights of Jerusalem, 2. Be aged 18-26 and more. Join us – it’s your Birthright! 3. Not have participated on a peer-group educational program to Israel 4. Be aged over 22 if a previous March of the Living participant 5. Not have volunteered in Israel (incl. MDA) 6. Not have studied in Israel 7. Not be a full-time Jewish Studies student in Australia 8. Not have lived in Israel past the age of 12

“Thank you for the opportunity to make new friends. Thank you for the chance to return to the land of our people and finally understand its importance. Most importantly, thank you for proving to me why I should be proud to be Jewish. We have a rich history, faith and culture and I will never forget this trip for as long as I live.”

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AUJS ACADEMY Ages: School-leavers and university students Dates: 16 December 2013 – 19 January 2014 Email: [email protected] or visit www.aujs.com.au Academy is the flagship AUJS program which tours Israel over the Australian summer, and one of the longest running and most engaging Israel programs for Australian Jewish students. Over five fun weeks, participants spend time in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Eilat, Tiberius and Tzfat. Participants visit the Old City of Jerusalem, Masada, Independence Hall, the Supreme Court and Rabin Square; and experience the Bedouin, Druze and cultures. For school-leavers and university students alike, Academy is the best way to spend the Australian summer and to bring in the New Year in Israel – and still return in time ONWARD ISRAEL for university! Ages: 19-24 Dates: 1 December 2013 – 15 January 2014 AUJS LDP Eligibility: Young adults who have previously been Age: University students on an Israel program Dates: December 2013 – January 2014 Contact: ZFA Israel Programs Eligibility: Participation on LDP is by invitation, Email: [email protected] and by demonstrating the highest commitment to or visit www.onwardisrael.com AUJS and Australian Jewish communal life. Email: [email protected] Onward Israel is an exciting new six-week Israel advocacy program for young adults from Leadership Development Program (LDP) is Australia and wishing to return to AUJS’s premier international program. It takes Israel for a second program experience. participants to the United States, Israel and a rotating Diaspora Jewish community each year. Participants will be given the incredible In 2012, LDP visited the to opportunity to gain an immersive experience in experience how the Jewish community operates Israel. The program will also provide professional there. During the program, participants visited advocacy training with Israel’s premier AJC, AIPAC, , The Joint, UJS, international communications consulting firm. Board of Deputies of , , In addition, participants will enjoy a variety of WUJS and diplomatic postings, embassies and fascinating and engaging seminars and trips briefings with parliamentarians around the globe. around the country. For decades LDP has developed and equipped Heavily subsidised by The Jewish Agency for active Australian Jewish students to build our Israel, Onward Israel is an outstanding opportunity community’s future. for young adults who wish to be inspired and motivated. Places are strictly limited, so be sure to apply early.

“AUJS Academy is a truly invaluable opportunity for anyone who doesn’t feel ready to commit themselves to a long stay in Israel but wants to explore the land and get in touch with their Jewish roots and identity. If you’re interested in the political aspects of Israel, it provides a great insight into the ongoing issues that surround the and people.”

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MASA ISRAEL JOURNEY If you’ve been to Israel before, even on a short term program, you’ve probably experienced the “wow” moment. This is your chance to live in that moment and turn it into real life experience. As a Masa Israel participant, you will live in Israel for 5 to 10 months while exploring your passions and MASA FINANCIAL SUPPORT interests. To make it even more enticing, Masa for programs starting after July 1st, 2013. Israel offer generous grants and scholarships to help turn your dream into a reality. For eligible participants aged 20 or less at the start date of their Masa Israel program: Through these immersive experiences, participants develop a deep, personal connection to Israel and • All eligible participants receive a Jewish life. No other organisation makes it easier universal grant of $1,000USD for young adults to have exciting, life-changing • Financially means-tested scholarships experiences in Israel. are available of up to $5,000USD for Masa Israel Journey offers over 300 long term 5 month programs and $10,000USD program options and here are just a few which for 10 month programs. are perennial favourites for Australians! All eligible participants aged 21 or above at the start date of their Masa Israel program receive the following universal grants: • $3,000USD for 5-6 month programs • $3,750USD for 7-9.5 month programs • $4,500USD for 10 month programs • Financially means-tested scholarships are available of up to $5,000USD for 5 month programs and $10,000USD for 10 month programs. How to apply: Contact: ZFA Israel Programs www.israelprograms.com.au Email: [email protected] Phone: (03) 9272 5584 “The bonds you make on Shnat will last a lifetime. Shnat isn’t just any ordinary holiday; it is a chance for you to experience life, to challenge yourself, but also to have an incredible amount of fun.”

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AZYC Shnat Hachshara Registration: www.azyc.com.au Age: School leavers Dates: January 2014 – end of 2014 Contact: Reuben Bolaffi Email: [email protected] Phone: (03) 9272 5531 Shnat Hachshara (Preparation Year) are year-long educational and leadership gap year programs in Israel for school leavers. The six Zionist youth movements of Australia run independent programs for their young leaders which combine various Jewish learning experiences: leadership training, touring, hiking, Hebrew , kibbutz experiences, community service and the list goes on! The programs predominantly focus on leadership, ideological and educational development and BETAR are designed to ensure that the participants www.betar.org.au return to their respective Jewish communities Contact: Jonathan Sherman and more specifically their youth movements, as Email: [email protected] competent, educated and passionate leaders. Phone: 0404 800 922 The programs expose the participants to the real Betar Shnatties enter fresh out of school and Israel, and provide them with the opportunity to leave more mature, more knowledgeable and engage in hands-on volunteering, explore issues with a strong sense of their Jewish and personal with the support of excellent leaders and high identity. On top of this they get to take home calibre speakers. lifelong friendships. Betar Shnat is designed to Most programs include time on the Machon give participants an honest insight into what Israel L’Madrichei Chutz La’aretz (The Institute for really is, encouraging the participants to constantly Leaders From Abroad) or a similar program travel and explore the one and only Jewish State. which run in the beginning of the programs as The Betar Shnat program is split into three a four month intensive educational component. main parts. Specifically the Machon has been a core Machon. A well-established and distinguished component in Australian shnat programs for 5 month formal education component. decades and is highly regarded for its exceptional leadership development and educational programs Volunteering. 2 months of volunteering where which focus on Israel, , , Hebrew the participants live independently and help and movement understanding. The program also out hands-on in an aspect of Israeli society. offers a range of hikes, touring opportunities and Some years it has been building villages in the volunteering experiences in a pluralistic, inter- Negev, others it has been teaching English movement environment located in Jerusalem. to Jewish immigrants from Ethiopia and Russia. All programs start with the AZYC Opening trip. This newly added element adds Seminar; and end the year with the AZYC an extra meaningful dimension to our Shnat Closing Seminar. After returning from Israel, program. Shnat graduates are part of their movement Dispersed throughout are a number of for at least two years and help run their additional seminars, concerts, weekends, trips movements, run camps and are involved in and vacation periods. the Jewish community.

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BNEI AKIVA www.bneiakiva.com.au www.hdoz.com Contact: Ian Ludski Contact: Ryan Cohen Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Phone: 0401 178 817 Phone: 0401 919 186 Bnei Akiva offers two Shnat alternatives; MTA The Habonim Dror Shnat program is an intensive and Limmud. 10-month educational and leadership program in Israel. Each year participants will have a life- MTA changing and eye-opening experience, and return The essence of MTA is learning Torah in a serious, home to be leaders of Habonim Dror and the organized and supportive environment with a Jewish community. Shnat plays a significant and focus on personal growth as well as an enhanced central role in the movement. Each component connection to the nation, land and Torah of the of the program gives participants the opportunity Jewish people. to educate, question and challenge themselves whilst at the same time living, experiencing and Participants spend 9 months of the program in expressing the movement’s values and ideology. a Yeshiva or Midrasha institution and 2 months, spread throughout the year, doing a range of A unique aspect of the Habonim Dror Shnat stimulating activities, including volunteering, program is the emphasis placed on the group leadership seminars and a trip to Poland. experience. The participants are placed in small groups, or Kvutzot, with whom they share their LIMMUD day-to-day living with as well as many personal Limmud provides a beautiful synthesis of the experiences. This intense group experience allows Jewish principles of Nation, Land and Torah. The participants to create meaningful and close program is enriching and dynamic and caters for relationships with each other, lasting for many serious minded young men and women who want years to come. to live in a religious environment and experience much of what our beautiful country has to offer. The year is divided into 4-6 week blocks and includes; Yeshiva/Midrasha, volunteering, Machon LeManhigut, an option block, Shvil Israel, Poland trip and Kibbutz experience.

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HASHOMER HATZAIR HINENI www.hashy.org.au www.hineni.org.au Contact: Libby Jedwab Contact: Shoshi Port Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Phone: 0448 944 320 Phone: 0439 625 556 Hashy Shnat is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity Hineni Shnat is a program that combines to experience some of the many facets of Israeli education, volunteering, leadership training, society and, coming at a formative time for travelling, independent-living, and, of course fun. a young person, it is an ideal chance to learn All these components are experienced through responsibility, resilience and independence. Shnat Hineni’s non-coercive, Modern Orthodox, Zionist is in many ways the ultimate expression of the framework. Hashomer Hatzair ethos, and the culmination of The Hineni Shnat year comprises of Machon the youth movement process, giving participants - a 4-month intensive leadership program in a chance to live their Zionism, their Judaism and Jerusalem, a Poland heritage and Holocaust their belief in social justice. tour, ‘Hineni Seminar’ including learning and The shnat program comprises of three major parts. volunteering in the framework of Hineni’s The first is the Machon, a 4-month educational ideology, a month living and working on Kibbutz, program run together with other Zionist youth an options period in which the chanichim choose movements. The second component is Communa. between options such as MDA, learning in Yeshiva Based in an apartment in Haifa, Communa gives or Midrasha, leading on summer camps and more, participants an experience of urban, communal as well as countless tiyulim (trips), Shabbatonim life as well as an opportunity to volunteer or and siyurim (excursions) all over the country. work in social justice projects in Haifa. The final chapter of the year is spent on Kibbutz, where the participants experience Kibbutz life in the company of Hashomer Hatzair Shnat participants from , North America and South America.

“Shnat allowed me to put into practice what I believed in, in order to truly gain an understanding of what it means to be a part of Am Yisrael.”

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NETZER AUJS AVIV www.netzer.org.au Ages: School-leavers and university students Contact: Elli Dean Dates: 31 January, 2014 – 30 June, 2014 Email: [email protected] Contact: AUJS Israel Programs Director Phone: 0404 402 213 Application: [email protected] Netzer Shnat is an ideal program for anyone AUJS Aviv is the largest gap-year Israel program wishing to experience Israel from a Progressive from Australia. Over five months participants Judaism perspective. Following the AZYC opening tour the country extensively and learn Hebrew ceremony, participants attend either Machon or in Jerusalem, camp out and learn survival skills in Etgar for the first four months. Etgar is specifically the desert, volunteer in Tel Aviv and the Arava for Netzer Shnatties. The program is put together region, hike from the Mediterranean to the and run by staff. Kinneret, discover Kibbutz culture in the south, The aims of both programs are to educate and experience the Jewish festivals and memorial participants about Israeli society, Jewish days the Israeli way. Community, and to gain a better understanding AUJS Aviv also includes a Jewish heritage tour of of Progressive Judaism. Following Machon, Eastern Europe to Poland and Prague. Participants participants will take part in a 10 day hike, are joined by a British group of students from followed by a month of leading on camp in a the United Jewish Israel Appeal (UJIA). Aviv brother snif (branch) of Netzer in Israel. This will is an incredible opportunity to make life long be followed by a period where we work towards international friendships, having welcomed , either through volunteering or an participants from the UK, South Africa and ecological seminar. Switzerland in 2012. The last two and a half months of the program are spent on either Kibbutz Lotan or Yahel, both situated 45 minutes from Eilat in the middle of the Arava desert. MASA GAP YEAR

ISRAEL by CHOICE (IBC) MACCABI SPORTS Age: School leavers LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Dates: January – June 2014 (with option for a www.maccabi.com.au/NATIONAL/MSLP/ further five months) Age: School leavers Contact: Dates: January – June 2014 NZ and Australia: Helen Lewitan Contact: Simone Starikov Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Phone: 0412 469 626 Phone: 0432 258 857 IBC brings together young Jewish adults from The Maccabi Sports Leadership Program (MSLP) around the world to experience Israel. The is an international program providing an exciting program, which is unaffiliated with any specific opportunity for school leavers looking for that little stream of Judaism or political ideology, offers a 5 bit extra in their year off. or 10 month program for students aged 18-20. MSLP’ers are exposed to world class training at Throughout the program, participants gain the Wingate Institute of Sport for five weeks. meaningful insights into Israeli society and get the The hands-on course includes Sports Management, unique opportunity to experience life in a variety Human Physiology and high level coaching. of settings. Participants also spend a significant Participants engage in leadership seminars and amount of time volunteering at a variety of places. training, developing valuable skills for their future. The participants are immersed in local Israeli Unique to IBC is the 3 months spent on a mechina sporting clubs, attending professional sporting (preparatory academy), in which participants live events and matches such as Euro League Basketball with Israelis their own age and learn informally and International Football games all over Israel. from a variety of incredible speakers from across Israel. IBC is run by Israelis, allowing participants MSLP incorporates amazing experiences, including to experience Israel from the Israeli perspective. volunteering and living on Kibbutzim, Magen David Adom, local community groups and so much more. Additionally the program offers a Holocaust heritage tour to Poland, and tours in the North and South of Israel.

“IBC really does offer a true, authentic Israel experience, giving us the opportunity to feel like real Israelis and to see the country through the eyes of its citizens.”

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Other MASA PROGRAMS There are Masa programs to suit everyone! Other popular Masa programs include: Aardvark. Aardvark Israel Gap Year is a 9-month program in Israel for recent high school graduates from all over the world that combines immersion into Israeli Society, service to the community through volunteer work and internships, and learning about Israel and Judaism ArtJerusalem. A joint initiative of the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design, Jerusalem and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Rothberg International School (RIS), ArtJerusalem combines artistic training, university study and first-hand exposure to Israel’s challenging social, historical and cultural environment. Studies include a wide HEBREW UNIVERSITY variety of art courses in such areas as Painting, Hebrew and Israeli Culture Sculpture, Drawing and Screen Printing. Program (HICP) Betar-Wingate. An exhilarating 5-month www.austfhu.org.au program of sport and fitness culminating in Age: School leavers an internationally-recognised diploma of gym Eligibility: ATAR SCORE of 70 and above instructor and personal trainer from Israel’s leading Dates: January 2014 – June 2014 or August – sport education institute. January 2014/2015 Budokan. A unique “mind, body and spirit” Contact: experience that lets you improve your fitness, Melbourne: Jasmine Kalus develop personal skills and self-confidence while Email: [email protected] learning about Israel’s land, history and people. Phone: (03) 9272 5511 Dance Journey. Discover yourself as an artist while Sydney: Inna Nemirovsky experiencing the unique dance culture of Israel. Email: [email protected] Dance Journey is a vibrant dance program for Phone: (02) 9389 2825 dancers with at least five years of ballet training. The Rothberg International School of the Hebrew Housed in the Galilee Dance Village in northern University is now offering a new unique and Israel and part of the Kibbutz Contemporary innovative program for high school graduates. Dance Company’s Dance Center, the program offers a comprehensive general education in dance The Hebrew and Israeli Culture Program (HICP) including classical ballet, contemporary dance, is an academic and social program which provides yoga/Pilates, repertory, Repertoire, improvisation, students full immersion into the language and and dance composition. culture of Israel. The program also includes many exciting and fun field trips. Several courses are accredited (including the intensive studies), and credit transfer may apply.

“Travelling with a group of young Jews who have the same motivation of going to Israel to learn and grow and return home to make a difference in the community, is truly comforting and incredibly empowering.”

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Eco-Israel. Eco-Israel offers Jewish young adults the opportunity to embrace permaculture and sustainable living through intensive hands- on experience and coursework on an organic farm. Upon completion of the program you will receive an internationally recognized certificate in permaculture design. Based at the Hava & Adam Eco-Educational farm in Modi’in (located halfway between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv) Eco-Israel allows you to explore how ecology, Judaism, and Israel blend together in a working model of a self- sustaining ecological community. IDC: BA in Communications. Want to learn about new media and the influence it has on information, communication, consumers and journalism? IDC Herzliya’s BA in Communications focuses on issues related to new media while providing up-to-date theoretical knowledge through practical workshops and seminars guided by Israel’s leading communications professionals. There are many other BA programs available. For more information visit www.masaisrael.org Kibbutz Ulpan. Learn Hebrew while living and working on a kibbutz and taking part in its rich and unique culture. Kibbutz Ulpan is one of the most affordable long-term programs in Israel. Rimon Music Experience. Expose yourself to music and musical ideas that can be found only in Israel. The Rimon Music Experience offers you the opportunity to combine music studies with a long- term Israel experience. The Rimon School of Jazz and Contemporary Music, with 600 students and 90 faculty members, is Israel’s largest independent professional contemporary music school. Tikkun Olam in Tel Aviv-Jaffa: Social Action. Volunteer or intern for 5 or 10 months and learn about the issues facing Israeli society, on the only post-university program with Israeli participants in the group. Work with refugees from Darfur and Eritrea, Arab-Jewish coexistence, and much more. Learn Hebrew, travel around Israel and get to know the country and society better than you ever thought possible. To learn more about these programs and others visit: www.masaisrael.org Or contact ZFA Israel Programs [email protected] Phone: (03) 9272 5584 12 Masa Israel Journey 21+

MASA ISRAEL JOURNEY is not just for school leavers. There are currently over 120 programs specifically designed for young adults aged 21-30. Explore post-university career training, academic and volunteer opportunities while expanding your professional network. Your experiences in Israel will All Masa participants over the age of 21 set you apart in future job searches by giving you are entitled to a minimum of $3,000USD important skills and a global perspective. in Masa grant money. Whether you want to pursue further study, gain valuable professional work experience or take some time out to explore your heritage, there is a program to suit you. Here are just a few of the environment, fashion, finance, health, hospitality, program options on offer: journalism, law, marketing, international and public relations, science, technology and social work. Adama Earth Dance. The Adama Dance School Career Israel is just one of several professional of contemporary dance, movement and art internship programs. Other programs include; therapy opens its doors to students from around WUJS, Israel Way and Real Life Israel. the world interested in Israeli culture and dance. For more information visit www.masaisrael.org The program offers five months of studying movement, dance, healing, art and environmental IDC: M.A. in Government: Diplomacy & Conflict awareness together with Israeli students. No prior Studies. The M.A. in Diplomacy & Conflict Studies dance experience is required! at IDC Herzliya combines the theory and practice of contemporary diplomacy with the study of Arava Institute for Environmental Studies. conflict. You will gain an understanding of how The Year/Semester Program at the Arava conflicts and wars develop and how they may be Institute is an accredited academic university- managed or resolved, strategically, diplomatically level program that will engage you in an or informally. interdisciplinary program built of rigorous courses in diverse environmental fields, a peace- Israel Government Fellows. The Israel Government building and leadership seminar, independent Fellows Program (IGF) is a research (optional), and hands-on and field study Heritage Center initiative in affiliation with Masa. components. The program is endorsed by the Office of the Prime Minister in Israel and offers outstanding Career Israel. Over 300 professional internships and highly motivated young Jewish leaders an can be tailored to any field including the arts, experience at the heart of the Israeli government. architecture, advertising, business, engineering,

“Taking a year out to go to Israel in order to gain valuable work experience was the best decision I ever made. It was a phenomenal experience and I developed so much – both personally and professionally.”

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IGF is the only existing program of its kind for non-Israelis and is available for Jews aged 22-30 with at least a first degree. This is just one many M.A. programs available at Israel’s top universities. For more information visit www.masaisrael.org Israel Wine Experience. This five month program is geared towards dedicated students with a passion for wine, Judaic studies and Israel. There is an academic component and an apprenticeship. Participants will also travel to Burgundy, for 10 days where they will be taken on educational tours of vineyards led by renowned sommeliers. Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies. The Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies brings together men and women of all backgrounds to study classic Jewish texts and current Jewish issues in an open, warm and challenging learning environment. Located in Jerusalem, the Pardes experience goes beyond the beit midrash (study hall) and students have the opportunity to explore Israel, celebrate Shabbat and festivals as part of a dynamic community. MASA Israel Teaching Fellows. This program provides exceptional Jewish university graduates with the opportunity to address Israel’s educational achievement gap and the widespread underperformance of youth in low-income communities on a 10-month English teaching, service learning program. WUJS Israel: Arts Jerusalem. Drawing inspiration from the surroundings of the world’s most special city, Jerusalem; participants on WUJS Arts Jerusalem are able to combine studies in Hebrew language and Israeli art with their own personal art medium, be it visual art, performing art, writing, music or any other media. Yahel Social Change Program. This program combines hands-on volunteer work with in-depth learning and immersion in local Ethiopian-Israeli communities in Gedera and Rishon L’Tzion. Yahel partners with Friends by Nature, an Israeli grassroots organization concentrating in the fields of community empowerment and education in Ethiopian communities. To learn more about these programs and others visit: www.masaisrael.org Or contact ZFA Israel Programs: [email protected] Phone: (03) 9272 5584 WANT TO LEARN MORE?

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