Campus Israel Fellows

College is a time for young Jews and non-Jews alike to learn new perspectives and explore issues that really matter to them. While college years give many students a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn about Israel, and even spend time studying in Israel, anti-Israel sentiment and activism are all too commonplace. In 2023-2024, North American campuses saw an alarming rise in anti-Israel and antisemitic incidents with the growth of the BDS movement and the ongoing war in Israel following the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas.

The Jewish Agency recognizes the need to support Jewish college students in this hostile and challenging reality and is doing so by maintaining an authentic and engaging Israeli presence on campuses.

In partnership with Hillel, the largest Jewish campus organization in the world, The Jewish Agency brings dozens of Israeli young adults to colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, and around the world every year.

These Campus Israel Fellows, who have already served in the IDF and earned college degrees, spend one to two years working closely with Hillel to inspire students and faculty alike, connecting them with Israel and promoting Israel advocacy. The Fellow’s job is to confront attitudes toward Israel, substituting education for ignorance, while giving students a chance to develop a personal relationship with Israelis and learn what Israel is really all about. Passionate about Israel, they’re a valuable resource to students looking to learn about, engage with, and support Israel.