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For Young Adults with Disabilities the Loss of Specialized Birthright Trips is Particularly Poignant

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By Fern Chertok and Rachel Minkin A recent JTA story noted the substantial loss to the Israeli economy as a direct result of the cancellation of heritage trips, including Birthright Israel. The losses, however, go well beyond these financial repercussions and for some Jewish … [Read more...] about For Young Adults with Disabilities the Loss of Specialized Birthright Trips is Particularly Poignant

Out of the Strong, Sweetness Shall Come Forth

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By Gidi Mark The Covid19 period has forced Jewish organizations worldwide to reassess and reimagine their mission and operational strategies. While Birthright Israel is no exception, it is nonetheless important to clarify the nature of such reassessments and situate them in an … [Read more...] about Out of the Strong, Sweetness Shall Come Forth

Birthright Excel Responds to Coronavirus with New Initiative to Help the Elderly

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One of the most significant challenges in this new reality, is how to support the elderly who are often alone in their homes, anxious and scared of the life-threatening coronavirus. Some of them suffer from pre-existing health conditions which can cause them … [Read more...] about Birthright Excel Responds to Coronavirus with New Initiative to Help the Elderly

20 Years of Birthright Israel

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By Gidi Mark In 1998, I became the first employee of Birthright Israel. At the time, Birthright was an ambitious pipe dream aimed at combating the danger of a declining Jewish future. To this day, I vividly remember waiting in anticipation alongside government officials, our … [Read more...] about 20 Years of Birthright Israel