Julia Kravchenko reflects on a deeply personal and transformative 12-day journey to Israel, capturing the author’s emotional connection to the land, its people, and her renewed commitment to Jewish life, advocacy, and education.

Lindsey Rose offers a vibrant recap of Cohort X’s 10-day journey across Israel, celebrating the people, places, food, and experiences that made it transformative, while emphasizing the lasting impact on participants’ leadership and connection to Jewish life.

Adam Garen gives his take on the final day of Cohort X in Israel, exploring the deeper meaning of “mission,” the symbolism of Tel Aviv and graffiti, and the enduring commitment to peace, connection, and sharing Jewish experiences back home.

Andrea Potashnick shares a powerful visit to Sderot, where residents living under constant threat from Gaza inspire with their resilience, pride, and hope for peace despite daily fears.

Lauren Goldfarb reflects on Cohort X’s journey from powerful conversations on Zionism and peacebuilding to the solemn observance of Yom HaZikaron, highlighting the group’s transformation from individuals into a united “We.”

Aaron Biel’s post follows Cohort X from the Golan Heights to Tel Aviv, exploring border challenges, humanitarian efforts like Operation Good Neighbor and IsraAid, and ending with vibrant city life.

Lindsey Rose captures a day of transition from Jerusalem to Nazareth, featuring Yoseph Haddad’s powerful message of unity, a visit to Israel’s leading agrotech innovation hub, and meaningful connections over wine in Tiberias.

Amy Kaufman recounts a Shabbat filled with history, reflection, joy, and unity—from Masada and the Dead Sea to Havdalah and spontaneous dancing on Jerusalem’s streets.

Susie Kaufman shares about a meaningful day in Jerusalem, from exploring sacred sites and hearing DUGRI’s message of unity, to Shabbat at the Kotel filled with food, song, and connection.

William Young recounts a powerful Yom HaShoah in Israel, where listening—to sirens, survivors, refugees, and dialogue—revealed profound lessons about memory, truth, and collective reflection.

Maggie Blehert reflects on Cohort X’s first full day in Israel, highlighting Avraham Infeld’s teachings, powerful holiday commemorations, and the shared journey of Jewish memory, unity, and identity.

Amy Shapiro details the extensive traveling required to reach the Jewish State.

By Lindsey Rose