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Long Term Programs

Masa Israel Journey

Masa Israel Journey

Masa Israel Journey, is home to the widest variety of mid-and-long term (5-12 months) international experiences in Israel for young Jewish adults (18-30). Masa Israel will  help you find the right intern, study abroad, volunteer, or gap program for you. Your Gateway to Long-term Israel Programs with more than 150 approved programs by providing information, contacts, and grants, allowing over 110,000 young Jews from more than 60 countries to have participated in Masa Israel. To request information about specific MASA programs,email AmandaMonto@Juf.org

Upcoming Opportunities

Upcoming Opportunities

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Mission and Leadership

Mission & Leadership

Learn about the Back From Birthright Israel leadership committee and how they are involved in the community. Read More »

Alumni Stories

Alumni Stories

Read trip blog posts, alumni stories, and articles written by our Birthright alumni. Read More »

Learn Hebrew

Learn Hebrew

JCC Chicago’s Say it in Hebrew! Program emphasizes learning the everyday language spoken in Israel, connecting Hebrew to Israeli culture so that it is practical, relevant and effective for real life Read More »

About Us Infographic

About Us

All about Back from Birthright Israel in an informative infographic! See More »

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