We explore Israel's magnificent archeology and meet Israeli artists, journalists, writers, musicians, politicians, religious leaders, scholars and philosophers. Through integrated classroom discourse and cultural immersion, students gain a deeper appreciation for Jewish history and the State of Israel, and claim their Jewish identity with a sense of pride, personalization and purpose. All Kivunim students study both Hebrew and Arabic and our travels into the Islamic world build understanding, empathy and partners to a vision of a more just and peaceful world.

Kivunim is on and off the beaten path. We see the major sites wherever we go, but we also study and visit places the typical tourist will never see. Our fully accredited academic courses build cultural awareness and literacy by exploring world religions, art and musical cultures, histories and traditions, together with the Jewish experience within all of them. We meet some of the most distinguished thinkers, writers, artists, musicians, political & religious leaders both in Israel and in the countries of our annual travels.

Through our Social Responsibility program we dedicate a significant portion of our year in Israel to giving back and making a difference. We study and see first-hand the challenges faced by many in Israeli society and consider how our actions can make a difference. Our program builds character and fosters a commitment to bring more kindness and compassion to the world.

We approach our studies and experiences with an optimistic worldview. Throughout the year, we explore issues that unite and divide. We emphasize the bright spots in both our past and present, to remind us of our collective humanity. At each stage of our year-long journey, our students are encouraged to find points of commonality, engage in open dialogue and build bridges with the people of other countries and cultures.