We believe in Israel's right to freedom, safety and security. We believe that good citizens of democracy have the right to live together in a sovereign state, free of fear. We believe in safe borders, freedom and peace. We believe in Israel.

For years, the Student Alliance for Israel has protected and promoted the expression of these beliefs at the University of Massachusetts. Join us in support of Israel!

Watch for Israeli movie nights, special speakers, and other Israel cultural events.

 
Taglit Birthright Israel - FREE 10 day trip to Israel

Who is eligible?
All Jewish students between the age of 18 and 26 who have at least one Jewish parent or grandparent and have never been to Israel on an organized trip before, can go on the FREE 10-day Birthright Israel trip together with other UMass Jewish students this summer, 2012!

What is it?
Birthright is a totally free 10 day trip to Israel for young Jews who have never been on an organized trip to Israel before. We tour around this fascinating tiny country and see the heights of the desert fortress of Masada, float in the Dead Sea, be inspired at the Western Wall and remember the tragedy of the holocaust at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem. We'll hike and swim in the beautiful north, go kayaking in the Jordan River, and see the Kinneret (Sea of Galilee). We also get a chance to spend a night under the stars in Bedouin tents in the desert. Discover Israel, connect with Judaism in whatever way feels right and make friends who will last you a lifetime!

Registration for this Summer trip begins on February 14th directly from www.awesomeisrael.com

For more info contact Keren

This free trip is being sponsored by Taglit Birthright Israel, Kenes-Awesome Israel, CJP, and UMass Hillel


Israeli IACT Fellow
Each year we are fortunate to have an Israeli Fellow on staff at Hillel. Our 2011-1012 Fellow is Keren Hatkevitz who will represent Israel and be a resource for Israeli programming on campus. Keren will also be available to help student to travel to Israel for free on Taglit Birthright Trip or take part in internships and programs offered in Israel and will also be helping students to converse in Hebrew through Hebrew speaking club and special events.

 
Community Service Trip to Israel during Winter Break

Are you looking for a great way to get back to Israel and make a difference for some of Israel's most vulnerable citizens? Volunteer in June 2012 with Ethiopian-Israeli communities, at-risk children in after school programs and for people in need of housing repairs.
To find out more, contact Saul Perlmutter