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Trip Highlights
March 10, 2023
How an Investment in Birthright Israel Creates Jewish Pride
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Arel Moodie • Syracuse, NY
The easiest way to get someone to disappear is to make them feel ashamed of who they are. And the best way to combat hate is actually with pride. I understand both things as a Jew and a person of color. I grew up in the projects of Brooklyn, NY, to a dark-skinned Jamaican father and an Ashkenazi mother —… Read More
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February 10, 2023
“Because of Birthright Israel, Judaism is completely infused throughout my life.”
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Steffi Beigh • Atlanta, GA
Words cannot describe how dear Birthright Israel is to my heart. To understand why I have to give you context about me and my childhood. I grew up in Buckhead, an Atlanta neighborhood, and as close I was to the Jewish community, I had zero Judaism in my upbringing. I'm a sixth-generation Russian Orthodox Jew, but within the last two… Read More
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February 9, 2023
How Swabbing Through Gift of Life on Birthright Israel Saved a Life
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Why did you swab for Gift of Life on your Birthright Israel trip? Billy Richman: "I never questioned it. There are not many Jews in the world, and it can be very hard for a Jewish person to find another with matching DNA. Anything I can do to help others, Jewish or not, is a no-brainer. I was just telling… Read More
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February 2, 2023
Meet Birthright Israel Alum & Supporter Brett Cooper
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Brett Cooper is a 2009 Birthright Israel alum and Birthright Israel Foundation donor. He learned from his grandfather, Milton Cooper, that philanthropy is a must, as is taking care of the Jewish people. As parents, Brett and his wife Michelle hope that by paying it forward and helping other young Jews claim their birthright, they are making the world a… Read More
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February 2, 2023
From IDF Solider to Birthright Israel Tour Educator, Meet Noa Tadmor
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Birthright Israel Foundation
In 2004, Noa Tadmor was an IDF solider serving in Gaza when she was asked to join a Birthright Israel group as part of the Mifgash. Like many soldiers who are invited to join a trip, Noa was excited to have a few days off from her base and meet young Jews from the US. Noa felt a connection to… Read More
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January 30, 2023
“It Was a Privilege to Go on Birthright Israel.”
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Ariana Goldstein • Highland Park, IL
Growing up, my family practiced Reform Judaism. I went to Sunday school and Hebrew school, attended high holiday services and observed other Jewish traditions. I have fond memories of dropping ping pong balls from the top of the staircase with my cousins. At the same time, we acted out the ten plagues during the Passover seder, going apple picking to… Read More
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January 25, 2023
A Recap: My Birthright Israel Trip
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Jordyn Goldstein • Orange, OH
My name is Jordy Goldstein, and I am a junior at Kent State University with a major in human development and family studies. I have loved traveling ever since I can remember. Throughout high school, I took every opportunity to travel, which was amazing. Everything always felt like a vacation. I honestly never knew one trip could change my life… Read More
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January 25, 2023
Birthright Israel: A Powerful Experience
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Samantha Rubenstein • Miami, FL
My name is Sammy, and I was born and raised in Miami, Florida. I graduated from High Point University with my Master’s Degree in Communication and Business Leadership, as well as receiving a Bachelor’s in Human Relations with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Management. In my free time, I love to volunteer, work out, and spend time with friends… Read More
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January 23, 2023
Paying it Forward as a Jewish Mom and Birthright Israel Alum
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Risa Shiman • Boynton Beach, FL
It’s the day of my Bat Mitzvah, and I’m nervous. For all the usual reasons – What if I mess up the Hebrew? What if I open my mouth and nothing comes out? – and also because we’re running late. In more ways than one. I am 21 years old, going into my senior year of college. My sister and… Read More
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January 19, 2023
Q&A with 2023 Birthright Israel Alum Sivan Brodo-Abo
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Sivan Brodo-Abo • Oakland, CA
Sivan Brodo-Abo is a 2023 Brithright Israel alum who is half-Israeli. Prior to her trip, Sivan had visited family in Israel but never had the opportunity to dive into the rich history of the Jewish homeland until this immersive experience. Q&A with Sivan What inspired you to sign up for a Birthright Israel trip? Sivan Brodo-Abo: "I am half Israeli,… Read More
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