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In speech to Israeli politicians and foreign diplomats, OLAM's Executive Director insists development is not just a diplomatic tool: "It's who we are."

Why hasn’t the universal declaration of human rights led to universal realization of rights? One crucial roadblock is responsibility...

Read about experiences from Tzedek, Project TEN, JDC Entwine and Tevel B'Tzedek Volunteers...

Learn how you can study in Israel while developing the tools and skills to make a global difference...

Jewish organizations are making a difference for communities in need across the globe. Connect with 4 OLAM partners and discover opportunities to volunteer...

Our partners at AJWS have launched a new monthly series on Judaism and human rights called JustThought – New Jewish Ideas on Global Justice. Read it here...

Giving Jewish context to our engagement with the developing world is not just about dressing up universal ideals in Jewish terms.

Continue reading how a few of OLAM’s coalition partners are envisioning their roles in Part II of our mini series...

On this Jewish holiday we choose to dwell in temporary shelters, read how a few of OLAM’s coalition partners are envisioning their roles –

From agricultural projects in Ghana, to a homestay in Nepal, check out these great ways to go global and volunteer today!