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About Birthright Israel Onward

Onward provides an array of exciting opportunities to build your resume and immerse yourself in Israeli society

including Internships, Fellowships and Remote Work. Our programs offer a unique cross-cultural experience in Israel, allowing you to engage directly with Israeli peers and to grow professionally and personally.

Onward by the Numbers

3.2k

Participants
in 2023

21k

Participants
Overall

1m

Total Days
in Israel
20%

Maintained or increased their involvement in Jewish and Israel-related education and advocacy

30%

Maintained or increased their involvement in Jewish volunteering programs

59%

Are more likely to educate others about Israel than they were before their program

71%

Attended the same or more Israel and Jewish activities and events after returning home

*based on participants survey

Onward at the Core

Our Mission

Provide every young Jewish adult with a multi-week experience in Israel relevant to the individual’s personal and professional aspirations and priorities and characterized by authentic, unmediated interactions with Israel and Israelis.

Our Educational Core

Our desired program outcomes are deeper and more sophisticated knowledge and understanding of Israel and Jewishness – breadth and depth – the grounds for sustainable deep engagement and personal growth and professional growth We believe that immersive Israel experiences are most effective in building and sustaining Jewish identity and Israel engagement when.

 

  • They are relevant to the personal and professional aspirations and priorities of each participant.
  • Allow for authentic, unmediated interaction with Israel and Israelis.
  • Provide opportunities for creating meaning and “owning” experiences.

Our Partners and Supporters

Birthright Israel Onward is operated through the philanthropic support of leading North American Foundations through the Birthright Israel Foundation and in partnership with a variety of local communities, organizations and communal frameworks.

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