Senior Educators Leadership Program

The Gesher Leadership Institute offers leadership courses for senior educators in both formal and informal education across Israel. Educators play a central role in shaping the lives of children and youth from all sectors and regions of the country. We believe it is essential for educators to contribute to the communities in which they live and to be committed to different groups within society and the Jewish people as a whole.

The course aims to shape educators who understand the importance of dialogue and encounters between students from various sectors of society as a critical foundation for social cohesion and the reduction of stereotypes and prejudices. It also seeks to create meaningful connections between Israeli students and the Jewish Diaspora, fostering a shared vision and strengthening national resilience.

This course offers educators from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to embark on a Jewish-Israeli identity journey that crosses continents.

As part of the course, participants will go on a delegation to visit a Jewish community abroad. The course also serves as fertile ground for educational initiatives and projects focused on bridging different groups within the Jewish people.

Course Structure:

The course includes the following components:

– Five regular six-hour sessions, held biweekly.
– A week-long visit to a Jewish community in the Diaspora to deepen familiarity with Jewish life abroad, meet Jewish educators, visit community institutions, and explore Jewish points of interest.
– A unique network among course participants.

Course Topics Include:

– Innovation in Jewish education.
– In-depth knowledge of the Jewish Diaspora.
– Deep engagement with diverse populations in Israel.
– Social entrepreneurship.
– Leadership development and meetings with inspiring figures.

Participants:

Approximately 20 educators from diverse sectors of Israeli society will form an elite group, engaging in peer discussions, dialogue, and mutual respect throughout the course.

Admission Process:

The course has an admission process to help identify the most suitable candidates. This includes completing a personal questionnaire and meeting with the Institute’s management to assess fit.

The course requires a prior commitment to full participation in all activities, as well as involvement in a practical project.