“While on Nativ I found myself as a person within my group of friends. Became confident in who I was and came out of my shell as I found my voice in a crowd. This is how Nativ College Leadership Program in Israel has impacted my life. It gave me a chance to be myself while learning leadership skills and qualities I still use today.”

“Nativ has impacted my life by giving me some of the best memories and friends I have ever had. By taking this year, I got to really know myself and therefore make some of the most important relationships in my life. I wouldn’t be where I am today without the friendships I made on Nativ.”

“I am so grateful for the ways in which the Nativ College Leadership Program in Israel helped us cultivate friendships through meaningful Jewish experiences and encouraged us to continuously explore our relationship with Judaism.”

“Why Nativ? Nativ gave me friends for a life time, gave me direction on what kind of person I want to be and what I want to do, and two years after nativ that is proven because today I sat with a friend from nativ eating ice cream on an army base while we both serve in the IDF.”

“Nativ – Secret alleys, authentic cuisine, invigorating davening – Friends, Family, Home.”