News
In the press.
Coverage of the fellowship from JNS, the Jewish Journal, and JUF.
JNS
‘It’s awesome to be Jewish’: Groundbreaking program instills Jewish pride in American teens
Through immersive experiences in medicine, technology, culture and innovation, AKLA aims to give young Jews a deeper understanding of their heritage and the confidence to take pride in it.
Jewish Journal
AKLA Rises
From a Los Angeles experiment to a national fellowship — with a JNF-USA grant helping open a fourth city.
JUF News
An Awesome New Fellowship for Teens
AKLA Chicago — a five-week experiential fellowship for Jewish teens ages 12–14.
Jewish Journal
Is AKLA the Future of Jewish Pride?
An exciting new b’nai mitzvah program introduces Jewish teens to Jewish and Israeli achievements in arts, medicine, technology + security.