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There are a number of programs through which a new Oleh or volunteer can serve in the Israeli army (IDF). 

Army Service programs

Mahal 2000 (18 months in the IDF)- www.mahal2000.com - The Mahal 2000 programs enable young Jews from all over the world to volunteer for the IDF (Israel Defense Forces). The programs aim to contribute to Israel's defense and to provide knowledgeable and enthusiastic young leaders for Jewish communities. Please note that Mahal is a program geared toward non-Israelis.  Israel citizens and children of Israeli citizens are ineligible for the program.

Mahal Hesder- www.wzo.org.il - Machal Hesder is an Army program intended for religious students who wish to serve in a special framework. The length of the program is 21 months, serving in regular Hesder units.
The program is divided into three tracks:

• 9 months of straight army service
• 12 months of study in Yeshiva under the Hesder program in a military framework
• Returning abroad: Within 3 months of your release from the army, you must leave the country for a period of 2 years. During these 2 years, you may visit for periods of up to 3 months. If you do not keep to this schedule, you will be required to serve for another 12 months: 6 months of active army service and 6 months of yeshiva study ("Shalat Hesder").

Garin Tzabar- www.israelscouts.org - Tzofim Garin Tzabar is a group of young Jews, some the children of Israelis, with a strong connection to and interested in returning to Israel to serve in the army. The Garin returns to Israel as a group, lives together on a kibbutz and individually serves in the army. For those who want to join the IDF (Israel Defense Forces), but are afraid to do it alone, Tzofim Garin Tzabar offers a support network for Hebrew speaking American young adults making that important choice.

The process includes 5 seminars throughout the year in which the participants deal with their own personal dilemmas and the decision of joining the army. They learn about their duties in the army and their rights as citizens of Israel and create important support relationships with peers who will share this experience. The seminars are in Hebrew to give the members of the Garin a chance to practice. Therefore, basic knowledge of Hebrew is necessary.

Atuda- www.hagshama.org.il - Atuda is an army program for new Olim who wish to complete their university studies prior to doing their army service. After registering for the army (which includes bringing a letter of acceptance by the institution in which you are studying), you continue with your studies. During your vacations, you will do basic training and some type of reserve duty. Only upon completion of your studies will you do your regular service.

Your basic training (normally one month, during the summer holidays) counts towards your obligatory (Chova) service and you receive the full rights, obligations and pay of a regular soldier in his obligatory service.
Any reserve duty (Miluim) does not count towards your service time.

Army Mechina

Netsach Mechina Program 
Netsach is a unique post-high-school yeshiva for young men wishing to explore their Judaism, build self-confidence and achieve success in learning and Torah life. Founded and directed by Rabbi Aaron Brody, and endorsed by eminent Torah personalities Rav Mendel Weinbach and Rav Noach Orlowek, Netsach schedules creative, exciting and individualized programming for students who, for many reasons, do not fit the mainstream educational mold.

Who Are Netsach Students?
"He’s intelligent and smart; he’s just not so into his learning." – Mrs. L., Parent

"I think ‘Shim’ would benefit from the ‘Yeshiva in Israel’ experience, but all-day Gemara learning would not answer his needs." – Mashgiach, Yeshiva High School

"I wouldn’t say I’m not into my Judaism – I’m just not inspired by it." – D.S.

"I’ve got a whole bunch of questions and all I want are some down-to-earth answers." – P.N.

Netsach creates a positive, encouraging and accepting environment in which students can reconnect to their Judaism and feel good about themselves, their learning and their place in Am Yisrael.

The Netsach Approach

• All-day, all-year schedule with supervised learning and recreational activities after-hours, Shabbat and Bein HaZmanim.
• Individualized curriculum, small classes, one-on-one learning opportunities.
• Progressively-advanced study opportunities posing challenging goals in a supportive environment.
• Extracurricular on-campus activities building life skills and talents.
• Off-campus activities and trips forging a connection to Israel and the Jewish People.
• Active, on-site Kollel of role models interacting with students.
• Dedicated and sensitive staff members possessing exceptional skills and experience in teaching, reaching and inspiring.

Schedule

• Morning Seder 9:45-1:00: Beit Medrash program featuring short, interactive shiurim in small groups, followed by one-on-one review. Concluding classes on Parshat HaShavua, Hashkafa, Ta’amei HaMitzvot and Tefilla.
• Afternoon Seder 3:00-6:00:Choice of the Hashkafa Track – stimulating classes on life-relevant subjects – or the Beit Medrash Track – supervised chevrusa sessions including Halacha, Mussar, Mishnayot and Gemara.
• Night Programs: Educational, social and recreational activities, personal one-on-one staff consultations, and an active Night Beit Medrash for interested students.

Netsach is built on a foundation of personal attention. With a varied program we can create individual schedules for each of our students and guarantee a one-on-one learning session with a Rebbe or staff member for every student every single day.

Facilities and Activities

• Workout room, outdoor basketball court, self-defense courses
• Music studio with professional instructors
• Game room and computer access
• Chessed Program, On- and Off-Campus Shabbatonim, Friday breakfast at the Kotel
• Exciting trips weekly, plus overnights during Sukkot, Pesach and Chanuka vacations
• Optional second-year program and 2-year college degree program

Netsach helps every Jew discover his unique and vital role in Am Yisrael
Netsach | 39 Shmuel HaNavi St., Jerusalem, Israel 97253
Tel: 347-448-4178 | Fax: 011-972-2-582-7025 | Email: info@netsach.org

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