Strengthening Israel’s global standing.

“As a student at UPENN it is an honor to be a part of Jewish students who are returning to Israel in an unprecedented historic mission.”

“After October 7th everything changed on US campus. I was preparing for a job interview and for the summer. Over a day we became activists defending our country.”

“This trip was absolutely amazing. I'm so thankful I had the opportunity to strengthen my knowledge. The high quality speakers and packed schedule is a testament to the professionalism of the program.”

“This trip inspired and strengthened me to go back on campus and combat antisemitism. It was very vital for me to hear testimonies first hand, and bear witness to October 7th atrocities.”

“We need to speak up against the horrors of October 7th. Truth exists and we need to fight for it. The IsraelAmbassadors mission to Israel gave me the leadership and confidence to do exactly this.”

“Through attending pro-Israel conventions and now this leadership trip, I aim to gain the tools and inspiration to better promote pro-Israel messaging and create safe spaces for celebrating Israel.”

“When I return to Columbia University, where the environment has grown increasingly hostile, I aim to use this experience to educate and raise awareness.”

“It's clear that the only way to combat the anti-Israel stance is through knowledge - knowledge that empowers all of us to stand up for ourselves and for Jewish people everywhere.”

“I will take back the experience of bearing witness to the atrocities committed by Hamas on October 7th, giving me the knowledge and conviction to disprove any deniers on the other side.”

“As a Jew in the diaspora, I see Israel as the one place where we can control our safety, especially when faced with growing antisemitism.”

“You can never truly understand something until you experience it in person, and now our passion to advocate for Israel is stronger than ever.”

“I came on this trip to better develop strong arguments for Israel and learn the most effective ways to bring them back to campus. This group felt like a think tank.”

“This trip is unlike anything I've experienced. Hearing directly from residents, hostage families, IDF soldiers, and seeing places like Sderot with our own eyes, grounded everything we know in reality.”

“I've been to Israel before, but never like this. The raw truth, the first hand accounts, the stories of loss and strength, the access to people on the front lines, it made the conflict real and personal.”

“I now feel better equipped with the tools, experiences, and evidence to return home and speak with confidence, not only to combat antisemitism, but also to share the reality of what we've seen and lived.”

“With so much misinformation being spread and pressure to make Jewish visibility and support for Israel shameful, learning the truth firsthand matters now more than ever.”

“As Jews, we have not only the right but the responsibility to defend our people and our homeland, and this Israel advocacy mission is equipping me to do exactly that, even from my small college campus in the middle of Pennsylvania.”