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Safety and Security Policy


Dear Taglit - birthright israel participants,

As your departure date approaches, allow us to address some issues regarding safety and security on your upcoming Taglit - birthright israel trip.  We want to reassure you that your well being is our top priority.  

The government of Israel, a partner in this project, is devoted to the safety and security of visitors and citizens alike. birthright israel is in direct contact with the appropriate Israeli security/public safety authorities.  Security precautions in Israel are extensive, taken seriously and executed with total precision and professionalism.

Our tours do not travel to or through areas of the West Bank, Gaza or certain areas of East Jerusalem (we do visit the Western Wall and the Jewish Quarter of the Old City).  In addition, we daily review all of our itineraries in light of security considerations.  These itineraries are cleared through a central Israeli government office that coordinates the activities of the army, the police and the intelligence services. Throughout the trips, we will have daily security briefings.  A group's itinerary will be changed immediately to reflect any heightened risk or security concern.










   

Taglit - birthright israel trip itineraries are distributed directly to staff and students only, and are not public knowledge.  Where appropriate, Israeli security personnel will travel with the group to ensure the safety of all participants.  All participants will be given a safety and security orientation upon arrival in Israel. This orientation will include guidelines for free time activity and general travel safety.   Taglit - birthright israel trips do not use public transportation.  Our drivers will not leave the buses unattended or unlocked.

The entire Taglit - birthright israel staff, with offices in Jerusalem, will oversee and manage all issues that arise in conjunction with your specific trip

You may want to contact the Israel Ministry of Tourism website at www.goisrael.com for specific and/or additional information.

Also, before you leave for Israel, please be sure to share your itinerary and Israeli contact telephone numbers with your parents so they have this information if they need it.

Please feel free to contact us at: 1-800 FELLOWS EXT 206 with any questions.

Rabbi Chaim Dubin

Director Israel Programs
Jerusalem Fellowships


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