Nazareth

Nazareth is home to a large Arab population, with a school system that traditionally lags behind those in better-off areas of Israel. Of 40 of the most impoverished towns and cities in Israel, 36 of them have a majority Arab population, in part due to lower educational attainment in general. You will spend 4 days each week assisting an English teacher in a local elementary or middle school. Your work is crucial in helping to provide equal educational opportunities, while providing underachieving students with important role models. In addition, Fellows will volunteer each week with an organization in the city in order to fully experience the cultural diversity of the region.

You’ll live in an apartment in a community close to the school you will work in (walking distance or a short bus ride). Your apartment will be equipped with all of the basics (furniture, kitchen supplies, etc.), as well as wireless internet. You’ll get to experience day-to-day life in your community, alongside your Israeli neighbors, and will also be part of a community of young Israeli activists from other BINA projects in the area.