”Verkligt ledarskap innebär att bemyndiga goda människor till att utföra fantastiska gärningar.”

Chaya Yosovich

Chaya är strategisk konsult med en kandidatexamen i psykologi. Hon har arbetat som senior rådgivare till Israels finansminister och varit ansvarig för en organisation för judiska skolor i f.d. Sovjetunionen. Hon är entreprenör och aktivist med socialt engagemang och engagerarar sig i statliga och filantropiska projekt i Israel och diasporan.

Naomi Kovitz

Naomi har över 20 års erfarenhet av ledarskap i ideella organisationer. Hon har drivit projekt med stort genomslag i 11 länder som har förenat mångfaldiga grupper genom smarta, strategiska lösningar. Hon har en kandidatexamen i företagsekonomi och en magisterexamen i relationsstudier – amerikanska judar och Israel (American Jewry and Israel Relations).

Goel Jasper

Mordechai Katsevman

Mordechai is a Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience in both the United States and Israel. A graduate of the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College (CUNY), New York, he has led complex financial operations, audits, and strategic planning for nonprofit and corporate entities. Combining technical expertise with cross-border financial insight, Mordechai is dedicated to leveraging his professional skills to strengthen and give back to the global Jewish community through his work at the Yael Foundation.

Danit Feldstern

Danit is a seasoned professional with over 16 years of experience across the nonprofit and private sectors. With a background in social work, she brings a deep understanding of people, community dynamics, and organizational development to her work, combining empathy with strategic vision to drive meaningful social impact.

Betzalel Sulay

Betzalel has many years of experience in community development, particularly within European Jewish communities. He played a significant role in the largest Jewish community in Ukraine, coordinating visits with politicians and oligarchs. Additionally, Betzalel has a background in the import and export industry.

Eliya Kelaty

With seven years in camp programming, Eliya has led campers and staff on numerous international trips, overseeing recruitment, training, program development, and logistics. A skilled organizer and mentor, he collaborates with program directors to deliver dynamic, impactful experiences that leave a lasting impression on every child.

Benjamin Lankin

Benjy is a corporate and nonprofit lawyer with expertise in venture finance, M&A, and strategic operations. Before joining the Yael Foundation, he practiced at Arnon, Tadmor-Levy, advising startups, investors, and mission-driven organizations on complex transactions and governance. He holds an LL.M. from Cardozo School of Law, and LL.B. and B.A. degrees in Business Administration from the College of Law and Business. Benjy is admitted to practice law in Israel and serves as a sergeant in the IDF Golani reserves, including active duty during the Iron Swords War.

Galit Podryez

Before joining the Yael Foundation, Galit served as Senior Manager at the Jewish Community of Kiev and the Jewish Community Workers Institute in Kiev. She holds an MA in Philosophy and Political Studies from International Solomon's University and is a graduate of the international program for teachers at Or Haya Institute in Jerusalem.

Yael Shukrun Zalta

Yael has extensive experience in Israeli advocacy through various organizations and delegations worldwide, as well as in public sector project management. In her previous role at the Bet Shemesh municipality, she led the establishment of a new neighborhood, overseeing infrastructure, marketing, and public institution creation. Now, over 1,000 families live there. Yael holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Ben-Gurion University and a Master's degree in Law from Bar-Ilan University.

Ariella Goldstein

Ariella Goldstein is an accomplished educational leader with a decade of experience in schools, camps, and community organizations. Her roles as Assistant Principal, Camp Director, and Program Director highlight her strength in building teams and elevating program quality. She brings strategic vision, warmth, and a child-centered approach to every initiative.

David Schenkler

David brings a decade of experience driving clarity and impact across global projects, youth education, and nonprofit leadership. With a background spanning 26 languages and roles in both community and business development, he blends operational insight with mission-driven focus. As a monday.com Ambassador, he supports the Yael Foundation’s innovative educational vision through effective project management and collaboration.

Peter Kats

Peter holds a B.Ed. in Physical Education with a specialization in Early Childhood. Prior to his current role, he managed programs for new immigrants and lone soldiers at Garin Tzabar, and worked as a professional and social counselor for new immigrant students at the Israel Student Authority. Peter has experience in informal education, counseling, and managing training camps and delegations worldwide with the Jewish Agency.

Nathalie Blau

Nathalie worked as a freelance journalist before serving as the chief editor of the French edition of the Jerusalem Post for 10 years. She joined Yad Vashem in 2018, coordinating French content for the website, social media, and French Desk of International Relations, and later headed the Sales Department for publications. Nathalie holds a Master’s degree in Communication Sciences.

Goldie Sternbuch

Goldie Sternbuch’s work in nonprofit management and strategic philanthropy spans nearly three decades. Originally from Belgium, she made aliyah 28 years ago and lives in Ramat Beit Shemesh with her husband and six children. Her background focuses on architecting social enterprises and scaling grassroots initiatives into permanent institutions, specializing in the long-term stabilization of communal infrastructure. At the Yael Foundation, she leads Special Projects, where she applies a 360-degree vision to institutional growth. In this role, she addresses schools and educational projects within their broader communal context—developing integrated strategies and models that strengthen the institutions and help the surrounding community thrive and flourish.

Hodaya Nechemia

Hodaya brings nearly 15 years of experience working with Jewish communities, particularly in Latin America, where she managed educational initiatives and developed programs focused on Jewish identity and educational tourism to Israel. She has extensive expertise in assessing and selecting candidates for Jewish Agency emissary roles, matching candidates to the needs of communities worldwide. Hodaya holds a BA in Political Science.

Jackie Rosenwald

With five years of experience working with global communities, including as a shaliach for Torah MiTzion in Germany, Jackie has served on the Executive Committee of the Zionist General Council and worked as a personal assistant at the World Zionist Organization. He also brings expertise in marketing and advertising, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science, International Relations, and Communication.

Elisheva Aarons

Elisheva brings nearly a decade of experience in digital marketing and social media strategy to the Yael Foundation. She has a proven track record of building and engaging online audiences in the millions for leading tech companies and organizations. Notably, she has played a significant role in major Israel advocacy social media campaigns such as the #ShameonBenandJerry's campaign and the #SHAMnesty campaign addressing Amnesty International’s anti-Israel bias.

Tehila Magenheim

Tehila has 15 years of global experience developing Jewish identity and Israel-engagement programs with The Jewish Agency, Jewish Journey, and Birthright. A certified tour guide with a B.A. in Social Work, she specializes in educational tourism and experiential learning. She is committed to fostering meaningful, lasting Jewish connections.

Eva Benkin

Eva brings over a decade of experience working with Jewish communities in France and across Europe. At Masa and the Jewish Agency, she managed scholarship programs and guided candidates through the grant process, fostering educational and professional engagement with Israel. She is passionate about building cross-cultural connections and holds a Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism.