netzer shnat

about netzer shnat

What is Shnat Netzer?

Shnat is the flagship gap year program for Netzer and the global Progressive Movement, operating for over two decades for hundreds of participants worldwide. We are proud to partner with Netzer Olami for an immersive program, living, volunteering and studying with Netzerniks from Israel and all over the world! This program is for anyone leaving school (or those of equivalent age).

Shnat is a 6 - 10 month program that develops all of the skills you need to be a leader in Netzer and the wider Jewish community.

For 2023, Shnat Netzer is excited to reshape the gap year experience to focus on: Tikkun Olam, Social action, Zionism in the Modern World, Leadership and Volunteerism in Israel and across the Reform Movement, and Personal Connections and Development.

the program

costs & subsidies

  • The base cost for the Shnat program is $15,500 USD*. This covers the base program from February to August. The price is inclusive of all food and accommodation during the program, travel during the program and medical medical insurance. It does not include flights, personal spending money or travel insurance.

    *Program costs are subject to change based on finalised program, group numbers and other factors. You can begin registration now without committing to paying for the program right away.

  • Extending your time in Israel is a great way to get the most out of Shnat. Program add-ons such as Project 10, or Kibbutz Lotan, are an additional cost to the base program. If you want to explore additional options, contact shnat@netzer.org.au.

  • At Netzer we are committed to all participants joining the Shnat program regardless of financial barriers. There are numerous options for subsidies and loans. Please contact Mili Haber at shaliachnsw@netzer.org.au to discuss subsidy options.

    As part of Shnat Registration, you must register with MASA. MASA provides needs-based scholarships to their gap year participants.

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