Summer camp ‘shlichim’ bring Israel to North America - opinion

They build strong, personal relationships with campers, helping them develop a meaningful connection to the Jewish state and Jewish people.

FROM THE earliest stages of this season at The Jewish Agency for Israel’s Summer Shlichut Program, it was clear that significant challenges awaited us, says the writer.

(photo credit: Illustrative: The Jewish Agency)

ByHANOCH GREENBERG

JULY 3, 2025 03:34

Updated: JULY 3, 2025 03:40

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