A network of Jewish global citizens. Improving the world. Together.

Members of the OLAM network working together on a sign. Text: A network of Jewish global citizens. Improving the world. Together.
Members of the OLAM network working together on a sign. Text: A network of Jewish global citizens. Improving the world. Together.

A network of Jewish global citizens. Improving the world. Together.

WHO WE ARE

OLAM is a network of Jews and Israelis committed to global development and service - practitioners, philanthropists, leaders, and young adults.

Together, we strive to grow our collective impact, raise awareness within the Jewish community about the importance of supporting vulnerable populations around the world, and live out our most deeply held values.

OLAM's Partners

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March Spotlights

SPOTLIGHT

Focal Point 2024
Navigating a New Tomorrow, Together

Join us in New York City on May 28 & 29, to network and connect with Jewish and Israeli individuals and organizations engaged in international development, humanitarian aid, and global volunteering.

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Focal Point 2026

Register now for Focal Point 2026, the premier Jewish conference for people passionate about international development, humanitarian aid, and global service. June 1-2, 2026 in NYC!

Join the next OLAMentorship Cohort!

Apply to join our one-on-one mentorship program for OLAM partners and members. Whether you’re seeking career guidance or eager to support others, this is your chance to deepen your impact and build lasting connections.

Global Networking Meetup

Jewish & Israeli international development and humanitarian aid practitioners: Join our next Global Networking Meetup, and connect with peers from around the world! Wednesday, March 18, 11 AM (ET) / 5 PM (ISR)

Peoplehood in Practice

A practical guide to designing meaningful and intentional encounters between young Jews from Israel and the Diaspora

Global Giving Guide

Check out OLAM's new Global GIving Guide, created in partnership with the Jewish Communal Fund, which offers tools & resources for giving ethically around the world.

How can you harness the power of the OLAM network?

Do you work in international development, humanitarian aid, or global service?

Network, learn, and pursue ethical practices with other Jewish & Israeli practitioners and organizations

Annual conference

Ethical practice workshops

Networking events

Subsidies

Are you a Jewish communal professional, 
funder, or rabbi?

Deepen your own knowledge and access tools to engage your community with global issues, through a Jewish framework

Workshops & trainings

Study trips

Speaking engagements

Annual conference

Do you want to volunteer, pursue a degree, or work in international development?

Get the experience and tools you need to take the next step in your career

Fellowships & internships

Volunteer opportunities

Academic opportunities

Professional networking

What people are saying about OLAM

“This opportunity would not have been an option without OLAM. NALA’s network increased drastically from the visit, and it completely changed the way I think about engaging with the Jewish community in North America. The encounters really helped ‘fill my battery’ after an intense period that left me somewhat drained.”

Jacob Sztokman, Founding Director, Gabriel Project Mumbai

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What people are saying about OLAM

“This opportunity would not have been an option without OLAM. NALA’s network increased drastically from the visit, and it completely changed the way I think about engaging with the Jewish community in North America. The encounters really helped ‘fill my battery’ after an intense period that left me somewhat drained.”

Jacob Sztokman, Founding Director, Gabriel Project Mumbai

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