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Research and Study
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| AVI CHAI's long-standing tradition of basing philanthropic initiatives on research and study continues to guide our work. Occasionally, we commission an in-depth research study, such as the Guttman 2000 survey of Israeli Jews. Even more frequently, we engage partners in a year-long exploration of an idea of potential interest to determine whether it warrants AVI CHAI support ("study grants").
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Guttman 2010
Over the past two decades, AVI CHAI commissioned two comprehensive surveys of Israeli Jewish society by the Guttman Institute, one in 1993 and a second in 2000. These surveys, considered by experts to be the most thorough studies of their kind, provided the Foundation and the general public with a detailed picture and analysis of the beliefs, observances, and social interactions that characterize Israeli Jews. On both occasions, the surveys provided AVI CHAI with a data-rich basis for reviewing and considering strategic directions, and offered the general public an insightful portrait of Israeli Jewish society. With the passing of almost a decade since work on "Guttman 2000" commenced, the Foundation has agreed to commission again a comprehensive survey of Israeli Jewish life, to be completed by 2010. The new survey is being conducted once again by The Guttman Center, which operates under the auspices of the Israeli Democracy Institute.
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Sabbaticals
A year-long program to support outstanding professionals with proven leadership ability and initiative, engaged in AVI CHAI's fields of interest, in order to advance their professional and personal development.
The requirements for acceptance into the sabbatical program include at least six years of experience in AVI CHAI's fields of interest and a high-ranking, prominent position in the applicant's place of work; preference is given to applicants aged 30-50. Applicants who are eligible for a sabbatical, who took a sabbatical in the five years preceding their application, or who received a living stipend are not eligible for this program. Fellows in AVI CHAI's sabbatical program undertake not to engage in any work during the sabbatical year, and to devote their time to study and personal and professional development. Program fellows also undertake to return to their previous place of work or field of occupation for three years after the end of the sabbatical.
The program awards up to four grants each year, consisting of stipends for living expenses and tuition equivalent to the cost of up to one year of university studies. A total of 35 individuals so far have benefitted from the program (including the current 2008/09 recipients).
Applicants for sabbaticals pass through two stages of screening by an admissions committee comprising leading educators and AVI CHAI representatives.
Members of the Sabbaticals Selection Committee:
Dr. Avital Darmon
Prof. Menachem Hirshmann
Mrs. Ronit Ra'nan
Click here for a list of sabbatical recipients in previous years.
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