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Tal Shalev
Tal Shalev has been the political correspondent and commentator for Walla! NEWS since 2016. Previously, Shalev served as the political correspondent for the international news channel i24news and held editing positions at Walla! and Haaretz. In addition to her journalistic work, she regularly lectures on Israeli politics and government to English-speaking groups visiting Israel.
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: September 6 - 16, 2024
Location: East Coast
Tags: Israeli politics, International relations, Israeli Women in politics, Israel-US relations
A senior fellow at FDD and former IDF spokesman with 24 years of service, Jonathan continues to defend Israel in the media, offering insights on security, geopolitics, and communication. Jonathan’s expertise spans topics such as Israel’s military history, threats from terror organizations like Hamas and Hezbollah, and geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East, including the Iranian axis of evil and UN involvement.
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Language: English, Hebrew, Swedish
When: September 8-16, 2024
Location: East Coast
Tags: Israel’s military history, counter-terrorism, the Middle East
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Jamie Salter is an experienced Jewish educator and officially licensed Israel tour guide. He has a BA in Modern History from Oxford University and an MA in Jewish Education from the Hebrew University. Jamie has taught in a Jewish school in America, guided British Members of Parliament on their trip to Israel, and worked as an educational consultant for the Jewish Agency. Jamie served as the Educational Director of the Ministry of Tourism Tour Guide course at the Yad Ben Zvi Institute.
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: September 13 - 16, 2024
Location: California
Tags: Contemporary Israeli Society, Israeli Politics, History of Modern Israel, Israeli-Arab Conflict, Virtual Tours of Land of Israel
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Avraham Infeld is one of the more unique and compelling teachers and leaders in the Jewish world today. Based in Jerusalem, but a tireless traveler to all parts of the globe, Avraham has dedicated his long and distinguished career to helping Jews find meaning and joy in their Jewish identities. His passion for Jewish life and the Jewish People is contagious and has inspired tens of thousands to engage with their Jewish potential and sense of belonging to the Jewish people. The central vehicle of his impact in Jewish life began in 1970 with his founding of Melitz Centers for Jewish Zionist Education which served as a forerunner of many creative initiatives in Jewish life. Avraham Infeld, President Emeritus of Hillel International, has also served as founder and director of numerous innovative educational institutions. Avraham was Birthright’s founding International Director and led the Planning Process which created one of the most successful and formative educational programs in the Jewish world.​
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: September 13 - 14 Miami FL. Palm Beach.
September 15 - 23 Atlanta' N.Y.C Baltimore, Wash. DC
Tags: Israeli society, politics, the Jewish world, Jews in America​​
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Eyal Dror
LTC (res.) Eyal Dror is married to Michal and a father of three. An active IDF reserve officer, Eyal has 24 years of service in the security forces coordination and liaison units. He was also the founder and commander of the historic, national-level "Good Neighbor Project.” As an expert on Palestinian and Syrian affairs, Eyal contributes to media panels on these topics, and has spoken to hundreds of groups visiting Israel. Eyal is a second-stage PhD student at the University of Haifa.
Language: English, Hebrew
When: September 16 - 21, 2024 - Washington D.C.
October 1 - 12, 2024 - Seattle
October 13 - 23, 2024 - LA + San Diego
November 11 - 21, 2024 - Chicago
Tags: Geopolitical review, Israel security challenges, Operation "Good Neighbour", humanitarian aid, Palestinian society
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Yaniv Rivlin
Yaniv is a startup entrepreneur who brought the “Bird” shared scooter company to Israel, revolutionizing public transportation forever. From his beginnings in the Israeli countryside to his education at Harvard, his journey embodies the Israeli entrepreneurial spirit. His bestseller “Live Like a Startup” shares his inspirational story, urging readers to embrace a mindset of innovation and growth.
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: September 22, 2024
Location: East Coast (West Coast optional)
Tags: Innovation, StartUp, Public Transportation
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Shira has been a licensed tour guide since 2013. She is a graduate of Haifa University, with a BA in Israel Studies and an MA in Israel-U.S Relations. Over the course of the last ten years, Shira has guided numerous groups, including specialty trips focusing on interfaith relations, Christian delegations, geopolitical trips, culinary experiences and graffiti art. Known for fostering engaging discussions and weaving together the political and cultural threads of the region, Shira is a seasoned educator and guide dedicated to providing immersive and enlightening experiences.
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: September 26th - November 12th, 2024
Location: East Coast
Tags: Israel's history, Jewish history, Christian connection to Israel, geopolitical issues
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Udi Sommer is a political science professor at Tel Aviv University. Udi has extensive research interests, including Comparative and American Politics, Politics of Sexuality and Gender, Judicial Politics, Pandemics and Politics, and Cyber Security. He has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles in top outlets and has received several grants and fellowships. A founder and director of social programs for underprivileged youth, Udi completed advanced graduate training in clinical psychology.
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: August - November 2024
Location: TBA
Tags: Israeli Politics; US-Israel Relations; Israel-Hamas War; Judicial Overhaul in Israel; US Presidential Elections; US Supreme Court​
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Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh
Gadeer embodies Israel’s rich diversity as a Druze woman and Israeli citizen. She shattered barriers by becoming the first non-Jewish anchorwoman to deliver news in Hebrew and Arabic. In 2019, she became the first Druze woman elected to the Knesset. Gadeer currently serves as the Jewish Agency’s first non-Jewish Senior Envoy to Washington D.C. Gadeer possesses profound knowledge and experience in politics, media, and public diplomacy, shaping perceptions and empowering women and minorities worldwide.
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Language: English, Hebrew, Arabic
When: Permanent residency in the U.S.
Location: East Coast (permanent residency) with the ability to travel throughout the U.S.
Tags: Israeli society, Minorities, Feminism, Women, Israeli Politics
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Avi Melamed
Avi Melamed is an independent Middle East strategic intelligence analyst, regional expert and lecturer specializing in current affairs of the Arab and Muslim world and their impact on Israel and the region. Avi’s decades of field experience, policy design, and intimate connections throughout the Arab world offer an insider’s view of the constantly-changing Middle East landscape and future regional implications.
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Avi is a speaker, analyst, writer, and entrepeneur who acts as a bridge-builder, dedicated to enhancing understanding of the Middle East among Arabic, English, and Hebrew-speaking audiences.
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Language: English, Hebrew, Arabic
When: Permanent residency in the U.S.
Location: Ability to travel across the U.S.
Tags: Israel’s military history, Counter-Terrorism, the Middle East, The Arab World
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Karen Ben Yehuda
Karen Ben Yehuda is a licensed tour guide with expertise in Israel’s culture, history and nature. She specializes in guiding educational groups, Christian pilgrims, geopolitical tours, mindfulness tours, culinary tours as well as customized tours for people with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. In addition to guiding within Israel, Karen also leads educational tours in Poland. In her free time, she loves teaching yoga, traveling the world, hiking, running and meeting new people. She believes in creating experiences that are full of joy, personal stories, and love.
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Language: English, Hebrew
Time: Permanent Residency in the UK, open to travel across the EU/USA.
Location: United Kingdom
Tags: Israel and Palestine conflict, Middle East geopolitics, religion, dialogue in challenging times, minorities in Israel, diversity in Israel, Israeli society.
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Yoni Diller
Yoni Diller is an Israeli multilingual advocacy activist, fluent in three mother tongues: Italian, English, and Hebrew.
On October 7th, Yoni experienced terror firsthand when he miraculously survived the massacre carried out by Hamas activists at the "NOVA" party in Re'im. This shattering experience motivated him to intensify his efforts to combat the global wave of antisemitism, with an emphasis on campuses in the United States and Europe, and to spread messages of hope by sharing his testimony from the massacre and his chilling survival story.
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Language: English, Hebrew
Time: October 1-10, 2024
Location: United States, flexible travel.
Tags: Israel and Palestine conflict, dialogue in challenging times, Post October 7th, Israeli society.
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Gilad Carni
Gilad Carni is a prominent figure in the Israeli high-tech ecosystem, renowned for his entrepreneurial ventures, investment acumen, and advocacy for Israeli innovation. As a serial entrepreneur, he has founded and successfully exited two companies. Mr. Carni is an active angel investor, with a keen eye for identifying promising startups. Currently, Mr. Carni serves as the Founder & CEO of the UAE Israel Innovation Office, a board member of the Israeli Gulf Chamber of Commerce, and the founder of Innovation Israel.
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: October 2024
Location: Germany and surroundings
Tags: Israel's High-Tech During the War & Post War Economics
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Avi Mayer
Avi Mayer is the former editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post. He previously served as the international spokesperson of The Jewish Agency for Israel, and of its then-Chairman, Natan Sharansky. He was also the Managing Director of Global Communications and Public Affairs at the American Jewish Committee (AJC). He’s worked in the US House of Representatives, the Embassy of Israel in Washington, Hillel International, and the Jewish Telegraphic Agency. Born in New York and raised in Jerusalem and Maryland, Avi is a graduate of the University of Maryland.
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: End of October - the beginning of November, USA.
Location: TBA
Tags: Israeli society, politics, the Jewish world, Jews in America, media
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Joe Perlov
Joe Perlov is an American-born Israeli educator. He served as the Jewish Agency’s senior representative in Great Britain, spent two years in Washington, DC as an emissary to an international Jewish organization, and worked on Jewish community development throughout Eastern and Central Europe. Joe pioneered innovative programming in Israeli Arab society, and works with colleagues in the Palestinian Authority to create opportunities for engagement and dialogue with Palestinians and Israelis dedicated to reconciliation and resolution.
Language: English, Hebrew
When: November 2024
Location: East Coast, U.S.A.
Tags: Israel's history, Jewish history, the arab world, Palestinian society, The future of the conflict, Indigenous history of Israel, geopolitical issues.
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Daniella Seltzer
Daniella Seltzer is a dynamic 32-year-old socio-ecological entrepreneur and food
storyteller based in Jerusalem. She co-founded and co-directs the Jerusalem
Food Rescuers, is an innovative initiative dedicated to creating a
more just and sustainable urban food system in one of the world’s most complex
cities. With a unique background split between Jerusalem and Toronto, Daniella
brings a rich, multicultural perspective to her work, blending the values and
traditions of both cities. Recognized as one of Globes Magazine's prestigious '40 under 40' in 2022, Daniella is celebrated for her leadership and vision in challenging the norms of food production and consumption. Daniella’s passion lies in using food as a medium for social change, art, and storytelling, pushing the boundaries of how we think about food, relationships, community, and the environment
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Language: English, Hebrew
Time: November 1 - 21, 2024
Location: East Coast, U.S.A.
Tags: Culture, Israel Society, Food Systems, Social Impact.
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Nadav Tamir
Nadav Tamir is an Advisor for International and Governmental Relations at the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation. Nadav served in many policy positions in Israel and abroad throughout his career, including within the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Political Officer at the Israeli Embassy in Washington, Consul General of Israel to New England, and as the Senior Policy Adviser to President Shimon Peres during his last 3 years in office. Nadav earned his B.A. in Philosophy and Political Science from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and his Masters in Public Administration from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.
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Language: English, Hebrew
When: December 2024
Location: East Coast, U.S.A.
Tags: Israel - US, Geopolitical overview.
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Liat Cohen Raviv
Liat Cohen Raviv is the founder of Matzpinim, a civil forum committed to creating operational plans that drive social change in northern Israel. Liat has helped manage the evacuation of 2,500 residents from Metula since October 7th, and provided resilience tools to over 5,000 evacuees. Her leadership, planning, and educational expertise has helped guide regional councils to update their emergency preparedness plans. She helps the Israeli Ministry of Education revise national work plans, and equips organizations with tools to help their employees navigate times of uncertainty.
Language: English, Hebrew
When: December 17 - 25, 2024
Location: Europe
Tags: Storytelling, education, building resilience, negotiations.
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Barak Herscowitz
Barak Herscowitz is a trailblazing figure in the fight against malicious influences that exploit social media platforms. Renowned for his courageous role as the Jewish TikTok Whistleblower, Herscowitz's groundbreaking revelations exposed antisemitic biases within TikTok. He emphasizes the importance of vigilance and proactive strategies to counteract these dangers, offering insight into how online platforms can be exploited to disseminate harmful ideologies. He also brings extensive political experience, having served as an advisor for former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett.
Language: English, Hebrew.
Time and Location: November 14 - December 6, 2024 - New York, New Jersey, Dallas, Chicago, LA, San Francisco, Detroit.
February 16 - 25, 2024 - London, Manchester, Mid-West (USA), Miami.
Tags: Technology, antisemitism, social media policy, the influence of information technology on national security
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