The Yahel Social Change Fellowship
The Yahel Social Change Fellowship is a truly immersive, Israel volunteer program
Since Oct 7, with communities across Israel facing such significant and numerous challenges, the need for dedicated individuals wishing to volunteer in Israel for a sustained period has never been greater.
Working hand-in-hand with local community members on a grassroots level, fellows will be equipped with the tools to create real, lasting change in Israel. The Fellowship places fellows at the forefront of social issues facing Israeli communities. They will be given the platform to dive into the languages, cultures and peoples that make this nation so unique, during a truly immersive and authentic Israel experience.
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Now is the time to step up to the moment!
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Start Date: September 28, 2025
End Date: June 30, 2026
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis
Inside the Program
SERVICE
The core of the Yahel Social Change Fellowship is service work. From designing youth programs at a local school to helping empower youth at risk or supporting the work of a grassroots nonprofit, you will volunteer hand-in-hand with local organizations to create real change at the local level. By responding to community needs and using the individual skill set of each fellow, we are able to create tangible, fulfilling progress that leaves both the communities and our fellows better off than before.
LEARNING
We believe in learning by doing; in action-oriented education and relevant, profound experiences that encourage you not only to grow, but to ask questions that spark conversation. Our courses range from learning about Israeli society to skill building workshops and we strive to keep courses relevant. Throughout your time with us, weeks will be marked by seminars, meeting with local activists, peer-led learning, tours, and time for reflecting on it all. You will hear opinions and understand the realities of all of Israel's diverse communities
CULTURAL IMMERSION
The experience of living, volunteering, and learning in local communities will expose you to the rich diversity of Israel while you become part of the very communities you serve. Whether it’s at home in your apartment or celebrating a local holiday with a host family, you will have unlimited opportunities to learn Hebrew, experience real Israeli food and customs, and see the country through the eyes of a local. You’ll form relationships and create memories that last far longer than the fellowship itself.
How to Join the Yahel Social Change Fellowship:
Step 2: Apply
Submit your application! Our application requires personal statements, references, a background check, and a brief health background.
There is a $100 application fee.
Step 3: Interview
Once your application is received, we will be in touch to schedule an interview. Acceptance is on a rolling basis - if you are accepted, we will let you know soon after the interview!
