Israel Week 2021
Get ready for Israel Week 2021! This year’s Israel Week may be virtual, but it is packed with fun. From chances to win cash and other prizes, to showing off your creative side and learning about the healing power of art, SF Hillel is excited to offer this awesome week-long event!
Israel Week is April 12-16, but you can already sign up for these opportunities today! Just check out this amazing list of activities!
Week-long Offerings
Hillel International’s Israel Photography Contest
(Submission deadline: April 13th)
Join Hillel International's Yom Ha'Atzmaut Photo Contest for a chance to win $1,000! Use this link below to upload your photo with a description (up to 100 words) that best describes your connection to Israel or Yom Ha'Atzmaut!
SF Hillel Lip Sync Battle
All week long, submit your best lip sync video to SF Hillel via Instagram (@sfhillel) and use the hashtag #ISRAELINSYNC
Winners will be announced Friday, April 16th as we celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut - Israel's Independence Day!
*Major prizes ahead!!
That Israeli Sweet-An Edible Journey Through Israel
Sign up here to receive a box of Israeli treats and some fun facts about Israel's most popular snack foods!
Get ready for Israel Week 2021! This year’s Israel Week may be virtual, but it is packed with fun. From chances to win cash and other prizes, to showing off your creative side and learning about the healing power of art, SF Hillel is excited to offer this awesome week-long event!
Israel Week is April 12-16, but you can already sign up for these opportunities today! Just check out this amazing list of activities!
Week-long Offerings
Hillel International’s Israel Photography Contest
(Submission deadline: April 13th)
Join Hillel International's Yom Ha'Atzmaut Photo Contest for a chance to win $1,000! Use this link below to upload your photo with a description (up to 100 words) that best describes your connection to Israel or Yom Ha'Atzmaut!
SF Hillel Lip Sync Battle
All week long, submit your best lip sync video to SF Hillel via Instagram (@sfhillel) and use the hashtag #ISRAELINSYNC
Winners will be announced Friday, April 16th as we celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut - Israel's Independence Day!
*Major prizes ahead!!
That Israeli Sweet-An Edible Journey Through Israel
Sign up here to receive a box of Israeli treats and some fun facts about Israel's most popular snack foods!
Wednesday, April 14
Flash Tattoos with Southpaw (A Yom HaZikaron Mental Wellness Activity) (5:15 PM PST)
Zack Hunter, a.k.a. @southpawtattoo , survived a traumatic event which hindered his dream of being a tattoo artist, or so he thought. Learn his story of strength and healing through trauma, while also learning how to draw a beautiful rendition of a flash tattoo. Hillel will send you a list of supplies you will need, as well as a gift card to purchase those supplies!
https://hillel.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItd-yorTwqE90X1Vi6dtKqGrTvOgX_qA1k
Thursday, April 15
Healing Ink Documentary: Behind the Scenes* and Q&A with CEO Craig Dershowitz (7:00 PM PST)
Healing Ink is the only organization in the world pledged to utilizing the power of tattoos to ease the physical and emotional pain caused by war and terrorism. Follow the 8 artists who traveled to Israel where they tattooed 25 conflict survivors, inside the Israel Museum and at the scene of a deadly shooting in Tel Aviv. *NEVER BEFORE SEEN FOOTAGE* We are so fortunate to have the CEO of Healing Ink with us to talk about the journey and show us a Behind the Scenes look at the filming of this documentary.
https://hillel.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkfu-orT4tE9QU1PRH3VIWyIm6GhTtgjgs
Flash Tattoos with Southpaw (A Yom HaZikaron Mental Wellness Activity) (5:15 PM PST)
Zack Hunter, a.k.a. @southpawtattoo , survived a traumatic event which hindered his dream of being a tattoo artist, or so he thought. Learn his story of strength and healing through trauma, while also learning how to draw a beautiful rendition of a flash tattoo. Hillel will send you a list of supplies you will need, as well as a gift card to purchase those supplies!
https://hillel.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItd-yorTwqE90X1Vi6dtKqGrTvOgX_qA1k
Thursday, April 15
Healing Ink Documentary: Behind the Scenes* and Q&A with CEO Craig Dershowitz (7:00 PM PST)
Healing Ink is the only organization in the world pledged to utilizing the power of tattoos to ease the physical and emotional pain caused by war and terrorism. Follow the 8 artists who traveled to Israel where they tattooed 25 conflict survivors, inside the Israel Museum and at the scene of a deadly shooting in Tel Aviv. *NEVER BEFORE SEEN FOOTAGE* We are so fortunate to have the CEO of Healing Ink with us to talk about the journey and show us a Behind the Scenes look at the filming of this documentary.
https://hillel.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkfu-orT4tE9QU1PRH3VIWyIm6GhTtgjgs
Israel is a beautiful land with a rich history; home to diverse peoples. Sometimes it's a difficult topic to talk about on campus. If you want to explore its cultures through food, art and music, or learn facts and narratives surrounding the geo-political challenges, or engage in peace-building work, or celebrate your pride as an Israeli, SF Hillel has a space for you. Connect with our Israel Experience Architect, Danielle, or sign up for the Israel Explorers Fellowship (more details below).
Israel Explorers Fellowship
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The Israel Explorer's Fellowship is an amazing opportunity for students to learn about Israel through an interactive cohort experience. Fellows will commit to attending 6 total sessions over the 2020-2021 academic school year. This fellowship provides students with the information and resources they need to contribute to the dialogue surrounding Israel. Click here to apply!
*Accepting Applications for Israel Introduction Track ONLY. Deadline to apply February 28. Click here.* Have any questions? E-mail our Israel Experience Architect, Danielle! |
Recorded Events from Fall 2020
Vigil For Victims of Terror
This vigil was an opportunity to stand in solidarity against terror to honor those who lost their lives to violence. Hear from current students, California State Senator Scott Wiener, and SFSU President Lynn Mahoney as they share messages of hope, and affirm that there is no place for hate and terror on SF State's campus. And, hear a compelling story with Captain Uri Bar-Lev, the pilot who thwarted Leila Khaled's midair hijacking in 1970. Click here to watch and share the recorded Vigil on Youtube.
Unpacking Americas Election: A Conversation with Ambassador Dennis Ross
Write a letter of strength & solidarity to SF State students
Community members and alumni have asked how they can be helpful when serious situations like these arise on campus. SF Hillel wants to show our students how much they are supported & cared for by the broader Jewish community. Please use this form to write messages of strength & solidarity to current SF State students who are feeling isolated and scared by the upcoming event.
