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Storytellers is an empowerment and skill-building initiative in Israel for emerging Jewish movers and shakers of all backgrounds who seek to expand their leadership in the digital age

STORYTELLERS REICHMAN FELLOWSHIP

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A prestigious Fellowship centered at Reichman University for emerging changemakers and creatives across all fields. Gain geopolitical knowledge and build skills as part of a visionary cohort for life.

FELLOWSHIP SESSIONS

4-WEEK SUMMER 2026

June 29 – July 26, 2026

2-WEEK WINTER 2026-2027

December 24, 2026 – January 6, 2027

AGES 18-34

SUBSIDIZED

SUMMER: $499 USD

WINTER: $250 USD

INCLUDES

Accommodations in Tel Aviv
All programming
Medical insurance
Flight Stipend
Most meals are not included

OVERVIEW

Join a global network of Jewish creators, changemakers, and thought leaders driving the conversation around Israel and the Jewish people through storytelling, strategy, and influence.

In partnership with Reichman University (IDC) in Herzliya, the Storytellers Fellowship is a two-week immersive program exploring the intersection of geopolitics, storytelling, and digital influence.

Through interactive academic seminars, creative labs, and field experiences across Israel, fellows gain the tools to strengthen their voices, expand their platforms, and authentically integrate their Jewish identity into their work.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Fellows live together in Tel Aviv and study at Reichman University, just 20 minutes away in Herzliya. You’ll collaborate with peers from across the world, learn from leading professors and digital experts, and create tangible outcomes from day one.

By the end of the program, you will:

Deepen your understanding of Jewish history and Israel’s geopolitics/ approach

Build practical skills in storytelling, AI, and digital influence

Gain confidence sharing your Jewish identity online

Join a lifelong global community of creators and changemakers

PROGRAM OUTLINE

The fellowship blends academic learning, field exploration, and creative collaboration:

 Class Days at Reichman University
Dive into geopolitics, media strategy, storytelling, and digital influence through lectures, workshops, and interactive labs led by top professors and guest speakers.
Shabbaton Weekend Experience
Connect as a community through a reflective, creative Shabbat centered around recharging, identity, and shared purpose.
Field Trip to the South
Witness Israel’s resilience firsthand with a visit to the Nova festival site and nearby Kibbutzim affected by October 7, guided by local voices and experts.
Post-Fellowship Mentorship
Continue your journey with personalized mentorship and resource support, alumni engagement, and opportunities to collaborate on future Storytellers projects.

ELIGIBILITY

We’re building a cohort of 30 exceptional fellows—creators, community leaders, and advocates using their voices to shape the modern Jewish story.
REQUIREMENTS
Ages 18–34
Identify as Jewish
Fluent in English
Available for the full program duration
Valid passport – 90+ days beyond program end date

10-day Birthright Israel trip alumni are eligible, but Onward alumni are not

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and space is limited