Stand Together: Remarks from Hillel Student Leaders
On November 10, 2024, thousands of Jewish people from all over the world came together in Washington, D.C. to show their support for each other and for Israel.
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For ILN Executive Chair Shani Menna, Israel is “Why I’m Here Today”
Shani Menna, incoming executive chair of Hillel’s Israel Leadership Network, never doubted whether she would be involved in speaking up for Israel on her campus — the only question was what form her activism would take. “Israel has always been a big part of my identity,” she said. “It’s in my DNA. ”
RootOne Trips Plant the Seeds of Connection to Israel: Part Two
Anyone who’s participated in a group trip to Israel can attest to how powerful and transformative that experience can be. But there’s something particularly special about visiting Israel as a teen, and that’s where RootOne comes in. RootOne helps thousands of Jewish students travel to Israel each summer, providing funding for teens ages to visit […]
RootOne Trips Plant the Seeds of Connection to Israel: Part One
Anyone who’s participated in a group trip to Israel can attest to how powerful and transformative that experience can be. But there’s something particularly special about visiting Israel as a teen, and that’s where RootOne comes in. RootOne helps thousands of Jewish students travel to Israel each summer, providing funding for teens to visit the […]
IACT Coordinator Inspires Students to Connect with Israel
IACT (Inspired, Active, Committed, Transformed) professionals are helping Jewish college students learn about and engage more deeply with Israel, supporting thousands of students before, during, and after immersive travel experiences, especially Birthright Israel. This community building allows students to learn and develop their own authentic and meaningful relationships with Israel. For Devin Davidson, the IACT […]
IACT Coordinator Dan Kling Shares His Love for Israel with Students
IACT (Inspired, Active, Committed, Transformed) professionals are elevating the field of Israel engagement and education on campus. They work to support students on a journey of Jewish learning before, during, and after immersive Israel experiences — sparking a lifelong relationship with Israel for thousands of students. Active on 34 campuses across the United States, IACT […]
At Hillel’s Israel Summit, Natan Sharansky Gives a Call to Action
Hillel International’s recent Israel Summit brought together thought leaders, visionaries, and inspiring speakers, along with over 800 students from North America. A standout moment was the plenary featuring the Hon. Natan Sharansky, a lifelong advocate for human rights and democracy, renowned for his role as a political dissident in the former Soviet Union. In conversation […]
IACT Grants Awarded to Five Additional Campuses
Hillel International is proud to announce the expansion of the IACT (Inspired, Active, Committed, Transformed) Program to five new campuses, with grants awarded to Hillel Ontario – Hillel TMU (formerly Hillel Ryerson), Towson University Hillel, Hofstra University Hillel, Hillel at Drexel University, and Arizona State University Hillel. These IACT Bridge Grants are to transition a […]
HIGA 2023: Our Hearts Turn to the East
At the opening session of the 2023 Hillel International Global Assembly (HIGA) on Monday night, Israel took center stage.
Hillel Students Join Nearly 300,000 at the March for Israel
On Tuesday, November 14, Hillel International joined an estimated 300,000 supporters at the March for Israel in Washington, D.C. — one of the largest pro-Israel events in American history. Attendees showed support for Israel, for freeing the hostages, and for countering antisemitism on college campuses and in society. To ensure students from across the country […]
