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Causes: International, Promotion of International Understanding
Mission: The israel institute enhances knowledge about modern israel through the expansion of accessible, innovative learning opportunities, on and beyond campus. The institute's many programs and initiatives advance rigorous teaching, research, and discourse about modern israel.
Programs: Academics - the institute awards fellowships and research grants to individuals to promote excellence in israel-focused teaching and research. The institute also partners with universities in order to increase opportunities for studying about israel byfacilitating the placement of faculty visitors from israel at elite american and global campuses. Academic programs constitute the brunt of the institute's work.
public discourse - the institute works with leading global think tanks to facilitate extended research visits by senior israeli policy practitioners. The institute also facilitates enhanced israel-related conference programing that is open to the public at think tanks and university centers in order to broaden and elevate public discourse activity related to israel. Through the activity of its staff and advisory board, the institute serves in the role of recognized authority and trusted advisors on matters related to the field of israel studies.
cultural programs - the institute shares the vibrancy of the israeli arts and culture through the placement of visiting artists from israel at top universities and conservatories in the united states and europe. The visiting artists both teach classes in their art as well as performing publicly during their residencies.