Nachshon Preparatory Program (Mechina)
The Israeli Program for Social Leadership

The Nachshon pre-army program, the first Israeli social leadership preparatory program (Mechina), has created a new kind of young leadership in Israeli society. Our alumni – male and female, secular and religious, come from the different sectors and parts of Israeli society
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Developing Leadership, Creating Influence

The Educational Process at Nachshon

Nachshon places a special emphasis on seven “pillars”:

The Israeli Program
for Social Leadership

Each year, dozens of dedicated young men and women, driven by a commitment to improving Israeli society across various fields, join Nachshon.
They dedicate ten months before their military service to self-discovery, exploring Israel, and deepening their understanding of its diverse society.

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counselors
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The program’s counselors guide and support the participants in their educational process throughout the year.
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The Nachshon pre-army program operates on three sites: at Kibbutz Shoval, in Sderot and at Mikveh Israel Youth Village. The program and the activity in all the groups are identical, but adjustments are made according to the location.
alumni in Israel and abroad
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Alumni hold significant positions and are dedicated to improving their communities through active social involvement.

The connections between the participants and the staff and between the alumni and the program create a committed, strong community,

based on responsibility, social involvement and belonging.
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Registration

Registering for the Nachshon program marks the beginning of a significant journey toward cultivating social leadership based on values.

We invite you to embark on this meaningful year to learn, develop a strong personal and collective identity and values, experience and gain firsthand experience with the diverse facets of Israeli society.