Hometown:

Boston, MA

Education:

University of Maryland

Year:

2014

Educational Background:

Senior at the University of Maryland majoring in Public Health

Why did you choose to volunteer with ENP?

I have been exposed to the Ethiopian community in the past and I have developed a great appreciation for their rich culture, traditions, history and struggles. I feel passionate about helping others, especially fellow Jews. As the Ethiopian community are a new immigrant community and, naturally, face some struggles I look forward to improving their condition and integration into Israel society.

What do you hope to achieve through your experience with ENP?

Exposure to professional world in Israel. I also hope to foster deep connections with the people I work with and get to know over the course of my time at ENP.

What do you like to do when you are not volunteering?

I like to hang out with friends, cook, play sports, and go to the beach.