The Israel scholars Program is an elite program in partnership with Standwithus, open to Jewish day school and public school teens, designed to create the next generation of Jewish advocates for Israel through individual training and mentorship from current experts and professionals. Teens will get hands-on training from specialists on how to advocate for Israel through journalism, lobbying, and social media strategy. Participants who complete the course will qualify to embark on a life-changing journey to Israel for 3 weeks for $999!

Qualifying applicants will participate in a series of engaging discussions led by our expert lecturer, Charlotte Korchak of StandWithus. Teens will also hear from guests presenters in our community who are trailblazing in their leadership to support and advocate for Israel. These individuals are at the top of their industries and are carefully chosen to illustrate the wide-ranging effects one can have on the community while maintaining a proud Jewish identity. Participants will gain insight into the multi-faceted approach of Israel advocacy and activism.

Programs Details
The program will mostly meet through Zoom on 8 Tuesday nights at 4:15pm until 5:30pm, beginning on September 1st and concluding with a closing ceremony and graduation on November 10th. Participants are expected to commit to the expectations set by the program guidelines, including attendance and participation requirements. Please see the guidelines to review that policy.

Program Dates

1. September 8th- The Fundamentals of Activism
2. September 15th- Israel 101: From Ancient to Modern Zionism and Arab Nationalism
3. September 22nd- Israel 101: The Rise and Decline of the Arab-Israeli Conflict
4. September 29th- Israel 101:  The Evolution of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
5. October 6th- How to ARM Yourself for Debate: Answer, Reframe, and Message
6. October 13th- Grill the Experts with Neil Lazarus and Charlotte Korchak
7. October 20th- Israel Activism on Campus: Tools and Strategy
8. October 27th- Round Robin: Activism through Journalism, Digital Diplomacy, Political Activism
9. November 10th- Closing Discussion/Debrief and Final Ceremony

Application process
The Israel Scholars Program program is looking for applicants who are passionate about standing up for Israel and empowering others to do as well. ISP is a unique opportunity for teens eager to connect with current Jewish leaders on how they can find their role in Advocating for Israel in person and on the web. ISP is a rigorous program and is looking for teens who are willing to make the commitment and investment to learn about the Jewish community and discover where they can make a difference.

Apply online HERE

Objective

• Teens will develop an awareness of the different historical and complex factors of the Mideast conflict.
• Teens will gain the skills to stand up for Israel on a variety of platforms, including publishing articles.
• Teens will have the opportunity to lobby and speak directly to politicians.
• Knowledge of what Israel needs are and how to be helpful.
• Learn how to create an organization to help Israel in other ways.

Upon completion of the program, you will earn

• Once in a lifetime trip to Israel and experience from a whole different lens for an incredible price.
• Lobbying experience
• A certificate upon completion