Masa Israel Journey is a project of the Government of Israel and the Jewish Agency

for Israel and is made possible through the generous contributions of the Jewish

Federations of North America and Keren Hayesod-UIA.

Information for Parents.

M asa Israel would like to provide you—the parents of Masa Israel program participants—with opportunities

to experience the most Israel has to offer and to see how your community is making a difference in Israeli society.

If you are planning on visiting your Masa Israel participant during their stay in Israel, please visit the following link masa.convio.net/familyvisit to let us know of the expected month or season of your visit and we will be in touch with relevant information throughout the year.

Contact Masa Israel.In Israel:Kiryat Moriah, 3 Ha’askan St., POB 92Jerusalem, 91000, IsraelTel: +972-2-621-6367 Fax: +972-2-621-6014masainfo@masaisrael.org

In North America:633 Third Ave., 21st floorNew York, NY 10017Tel. (212) 339-6986Fax (212) 339-6161masany@masaisrael.org

Dear Masa Israel Participant,

W elcome to the Masa Israel Community. As you begin your life-changing journey,

I urge you take the utmost advantage of your time in Israel. Get to know your surroundings—the people you will meet, the places you will see—and you’ll see why so many of us have fallen in love with this place, Israel.

This year, together with 10,000 of your fellow Masa Israel participants, you will have the opportunity to forge your own connection with Israel, each of you on your terms. As you volunteer, intern or study and contribute to the richness and vitality of our society, I hope that we will have a lasting impact on you as well.

On behalf of the people of Israel, I welcome you and wish you the best on your personal Masa Israel Journey.

B’Hatzlacha,

Natan SharanskyChairman of the Jewish Agency for Israel

Welcome to theMasa Israel Community.

When you get back…While you’re in Israel… The Masa Israel Community. Make it yours.

C ongratulations! You’ve chosen a program, your bags are packed, and you’re ready to take the next step in your Masa

Israel Journey. Welcome to the Masa Israel Community!

As you prepare to join more than 10,000 young Jewish adults from 42 countries who are about to embark on the journey of a lifetime, we encourage you to take a look at the adventures that await you. Join the Masa Israel Community, which can be found at facebook.com/masaisrael, and share your excitement with fellow participants from your program, as well as those from other programs. You can also connect with alumni from previous years to get advice before, during and after your trip.

Your Community in Israel.

T he Masa Israel Community offers seminars, concerts, lectures, and other extracurricular activities that take place throughout

the year. Add another dimension to your internship, volunteer, or academic program, make new connections and meet old friends. For more information, check out the Masa Israel Community Calendar on our Facebook page at facebook.com/masaisrael.

Are you a leader? Join Masa Israel’s Emerging Leaders Project.

M asa Israel Journey’s Emerging Leaders Project is an intensive, one-week learning and skill-building seminar for exceptional

participants of Masa Israel programs from around the world. The Project is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to become a strong and active Jewish leader through learning, leadership training, community service and connection with your home community.

By offering you dynamic and interactive programming, leadership training and a support network of peers from around the world, the Project leverages your deep connection with Israel to prepare you for active involvement in Jewish life when you return home.

What kind of leader will you be?

F or more information about activities for participants and to apply for the 2010-11 Emerging Leaders Project, contact:

Avi Steinberg | Director of EducationMasa Israel Journey Jerusalem+972-2-621-6582avist@masaisrael.org

The Masa Israel Alumni Community.

O nce you sign up for a Masa Israel program, you’re always a member of the Masa Israel Community! When you

return home from your program, you can become involved with the Masa Israel Alumni Community, a network of young Jewish adults like you who’ve had a long term experience in Israel and want to stay connected to their friends, to their experience, to Israel, and to Jewish life. The Alumni Community serves as a platform for Jewish leadership by connecting alumni to resources for professional development, service opportunities and leadership training.

For more information about the Masa Israel Alumni Community, contact:Aaron Goldberg | Director of Alumni RelationsMasa Israel Journey North America(212) 339-6077aarong@masaisrael.org

“ As if the Masa Israel internships weren’t enough, we took part in a Hebrew Ulpan, educational seminars, tours and monthly groups to some of the most majestic places in Israel. We met soldiers, leaders and modern day heroes who inspired each of us!” Igor, New York, NY, Career Israel

“ [Masa Israel’s leadership project] taught me what I needed to know to get my own Jewish community connections program off the ground. I learned about fundraising and networking and connected with other Masa Israel participants who shared their Israel experiences with me.” Rachel, Denver, CO, Kibbutz Ulpan