On October 7th, Israel experienced a sudden escalation in violence, with rockets launched from the Gaza Strip reaching the cities of Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and more. The country also experienced terrorist infiltrations in the neighboring areas of the Gaza border. In response to this situation, Israel has entered a state of emergency throughout the country. The IDF and security forces are tirelessly working to protect its residents and maintain our security.
All shelters in the country have been opened, and non-essential activities have been canceled. Heightened security measures are in place to guarantee security.
The Masa team, led by our Chief Security Officer, is in close contact with the Jewish Agency, relevant government entities, and the National Emergency Portal, who are in constant communication with program organizers, ensuring our Fellows are as safe as possible and well-informed.
Remember, Masa is more than an organization; we are a community. We are here for you; we are in this together, and we will get through this together, too. Your resilience and well-being matter deeply to us.
We will update this page regularly with the most recent safety and security information. Additionally, we will share volunteer opportunities both in Israel and abroad, ways to contribute through donations, initiatives for spreading positive information about Israel (hasbara), and resources for mental health support.
