The Dream Is Real: Hadassah in Israel

The Hadassah Israel Conference is open to Hadassah members, Associates, their partners, leaders, supporters and Evolve Hadassah members. It is also a meaningful experience for donors, advocates and anyone seeking connection to Israel through purpose, community and shared values.

We are committed to making the Hadassah Israel Conference as accessible and inclusive as possible. Participants will have an opportunity to share accessibility needs during registration. If you have specific questions or requests, please contact us in advance so we can help you plan accordingly and provide the most accurate information.

Your safety is our top priority.

Hadassah works closely with experienced security professionals, local authorities and trusted travel partners to plan all conference activities with care. Venues and itineraries are selected with security in mind, and we follow guidance from Israeli and international safety experts.

We will continue to monitor conditions and share updates as the conference approaches. Israel has strong security infrastructure, and Hadassah has decades of experience hosting safe, meaningful programs in the region.

Yes. All food provided at the conference will be kosher, and we will do our best to accommodate any dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other medical or religious requirements. Participants will have an opportunity to share their dietary needs during registration. While we cannot guarantee that every preference can be met at every meal, our team works closely with hotels and venues to provide appropriate options whenever possible. If you have a serious allergy or a complex dietary requirement, please contact us in advance so we can work with you to support your participation.

Our home base for the conference is the Inbal Jerusalem Hotel, where most participants will be staying and where much of the conference programming will take place.

Expect a full, thoughtfully paced conference experience with structured programming, group travel and scheduled activities. The itinerary will blend keynote sessions, site visits and optional day trips, with built-in time to rest and explore. Transportation for all scheduled events will be provided. Detailed schedules and travel tips will be shared with registered participants as the conference approaches.

Participants may travel with the group or arrive independently.

Those joining a Hadassah pre-tour or post-tour will travel with organized group transportation. Others may make their own travel arrangements and meet the group at the Inbal Jerusalem Hotel for the start of the conference.

Arrival details and meeting instructions will be shared with registered participants.

The registration fee includes access to all conference programming, including keynote sessions and planned conference activities. Additional inclusions, such as meals, accommodations and airport transfers, will be outlined in detail on the registration page and in participant materials as the conference approaches.

Airfare, personal expenses and optional activities are not included unless otherwise noted.

Roundtrip airfare to and from Israel

Any border taxes or visas pre-collected

Additional meals

Personal items

Travel insurance — policy offered with conference info and is recommended

The conference includes a mix of walking, standing, sitting and light physical activity. Some tours and day trips may involve uneven surfaces, stairs and moderate walking, especially at historic or outdoor sites.

We encourage participants to be comfortable walking short to moderate distances at a relaxed pace. Breaks are built into the schedule, and there will be opportunities to rest throughout the day.

If you have specific mobility needs or health concerns, please contact us in advance so we can help you plan accordingly and share accessibility information.

All US travelers must have a valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining beyond the return date of travel. US passport holders are not required to obtain a traditional visa for short stays in Israel, but they must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA-IL) before departure. This online authorization must be approved prior to boarding your flight and entering Israel. Additional details and instructions for applying for the ETA-IL will be shared with registered participants as the conference approaches. We encourage travelers to review their passport expiration date and entry requirements well in advance of travel.

Cancellation policies and deadlines will vary based on your registration type and whether you are participating in a pre-tour or post-tour.

A non-refundable deposit is required at registration. Additional cancellation deadlines and refund terms will be outlined in your registration materials and confirmation email.

Full details will be shared with registered participants, and we encourage travelers to review the policy carefully and consider travel insurance.