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Experiential Religious & Zionist Gap Year Israel Programs
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World Bnei Akiva offers a range of amazing post-high school gap year programs in a religious, Zionist, and open atmosphere. Live in Israel. Develop your Jewish Identity. Have the time of your life! World Bnei Akiva is among the largest and most popular Israel Gap Year providers. For over 80 years, our transformative, experiential year programs known as Hachshara, meaning “preparation,” have cha...
World Bnei Akiva offers a range of amazing post-high school gap year programs in a religious, Zionist, and open atmosphere. Live in Israel. Develop your Jewish Identity. Have the time of your life! World Bnei Akiva is among the largest and most popular Israel Gap Year providers. For over 80 years, our transformative, experiential year programs known as Hachshara, meaning “preparation,” have changed the lives of thousands of young Jews worldwide. All programs include Jewish learning and travel throughout Israel. While immersing yourself in Israel with friends from around the globe, you’ll gain independence, spiritual development, and real-life skills. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact on Israeli society through volunteering activities and gain a unique understanding o...
Program Highlights
Join the Kadima, a 9-month co-ed program, and become part of the fabric of Israeli culture - independent living and various experiences such as MDA, Marva, Kibbutz, volunteering.
Choose Mechina, a 9-month co-ed program involving intense & challenging pre-military leadership wherein you develop life skills in a grou of Israelis and international participants.
Enjoy a broad range of experiences – hiking, Jewish learning, time with Magen David Adom, internships, military, and more – all while making friends for life!
Grow personally and discover yourself while immersed in a gap year abroad.
Make new friends for life from around the world!
Quick Details
- Jerusalem, Israel
- Post High School
- Adventure Travel
- Experiential Learning
- Internships
- Language Immersion
- Self-Discovery
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- American
- British
- Dutch
- English
- European
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I had the most amazing time on Kivun!
by: Josh Levy - United StatesProgram: Experiential Religious & Zionist Gap Year Israel ProgramsIt was amazing to meet so many people from all around the world and experience Israel like never before. I learned so much about Israel, Judaism and myself! I loved living in Jerusalem, and I felt that I really got the opportunity to "live" in Israel and experience real-life there. I chose the Marva army experience, which was tough and challenging, but I got through it and felt a huge sense of accomplishment! And my Hebrew improved a lot too! We also traveled all around Israel, to places I'd ...
Program Details
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Locations
- Jerusalem, Israel
Types and Subjects
- Types
- Adventure Travel
- Experiential Learning
- Internships
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Post High School
Age Requirement
18-20
Guidelines
- American
- British
- Dutch
- English
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- All Program Activity Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
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