The IAC MAGEN Teen Fellowship is a leadership program for Zionist Jewish and Israeli-American teens in grades 8–11 who want to strengthen their identity, develop their voice, and create meaningful impact in their schools and communities. It offers a unique opportunity to develop and empower the next generation of Jewish and Israeli-American leaders.
Fellows participate in seven in-depth sessions and a final project presentation, combining experiential learning, mentorship, inspiring speakers, educational tours, field experiences, and practical leadership training.
Participants explore Jewish, Israeli, and Zionist identity; Israel and Zionism; antisemitism and anti-Zionism; media literacy; resilience; public speaking; civic engagement; and community leadership. They also meet and learn directly from Jewish community leaders, civic leaders, elected officials, educators, and local decision-makers.
Each fellow develops and leads a personal or community impact project. Selected projects may receive an IAC nano-grant.
What Fellows Receive
Personal mentorship, leadership and communication tools, eligibility for community service hours, access to a national peer network, opportunities for nano-grants, and admission to the IAC National Summit and Leadership Bootcamp.
*Admission requires a short written assignment and participation in the selection process.
**Accepted fellows must commit to active and consistent participation throughout the program.
Program Dates: Nov 16 | Dec 14 | Jan 25 | Feb 15 | Mar 15 | Apr 5 | May 10