ISRAEL CENTER

- News Update

Federation is excited to announce Israel teen Trip 2010! This 18-day trip will be a positive, life changing experience at a great price. For teens enrolled in grades 10-12, the trip will include sightseeing, education and volunteer opportunities. In the words of one parent: “for my daughter it was a life changing experience. She made new friends from San Diego and from Israel!” There will even be a post trip get together to relive new memories. For details or to register, click here or call 858.737.7136. A Teenager’s Life-Changing Trip to Israel Click Here to read Leila Chitayat’s compelling story.

Sibling Revelry by Pat Launer (for the San Diego Jewish Journal) San Diego enjoys a mutually satisfying relationship with its “sister region” in Israel. Sha’ar HaNegev or “Gate to the Negev” is a lovely, green flowering oasis at the entrance to the desert. The Jewish Federation of San Diego County has designated Sha’ar HaNegev as our “sister region.” So, what exactly does that mean? Learn More

Sha’ar HaNegev

In 1998, Federation formed a partnership with the Ibim Student Village and the Sha'ar HaNegev Regional Council, located near the Gaza Strip in Israel. Click Here

Shaliach Updates

A Shaliach is an emissary, sent to San Diego by the Jewish Agency for Israel at the invitation of the Jewish Federation. For two to three years, the Shaliach works with people and organizations in the assigned community at large. Click Here

Israel Travel & Scholarships

The Israel Student Travel Scholarship Fund was established in order to make the Israel experience a reality for every San Diego teen and young adult. Click Here

2010 Community Teen Trip to Israel

This amazing tour of Israel is especially designed for San Diego teens!  A perfect combination of fun, hands-on learning, and a wonderful opportunity to make lifelong friendships as you travel with Israeli teens from Sha’ar HaNegev. Click Here

Jacobs International Teen Leadership Institute (JITLI)

Created in 2000, the Institute realizes the vision of its founders to create a program dedicated to the education and leadership development of young people.  The ultimate goal is to create a partnership between the communities of San Diego , Sha’ar HaNegev, Segev Shalom and Lakiya. JITLI aims to break down stereotypes and build lasting relationships leading to a vibrant and meaningful co-existence. Click Here