Aminadav

Aminadav was established in 1990 with the vision of facilitating volunteer placement for young women who are exempt from army service for religious reasons, and wish to serve their country as volunteers in welfare settings all over Israel. The process of volunteer guidance begins with Aminadav representatives visiting high schools all over Israel to meet individually with high school seniors who are potential Aminadav volunteers. The Aminadav representatives present the various volunteering options, try to understand the students' areas of interest and abilities, and offer an array of placement options to each student. During the process of selecting a volunteer placement, the Aminadav representatives make themselves available to the students and assist them in making their choices. Aminadav volunteers receive basic professional training in the field they have chosen, and ongoing professional guidance from the supervisor at their volunteering site. Aminadav provides its volunteers with comfortable housing close to their volunteer sites and monthly stipends for food and travel. Three times a year, the volunteers are invited to a full day seminar that offers professional enrichment as well as an opportunity to spend time with other volunteers and recharge their batteries for their challenging work. Once a year, the volunteers are treated to a refreshing weekend retreat in appreciation of their efforts and dedication.