We introduce teenagers to local residents, culture, and lifestyle through The Walks.
We connect them with each other, with Israeli peers, educators, schools, and art projects.
THE PROBLEM
Over 30,000 children have fled to Israel since 2022, escaping from Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. The Walks is a community-driven project founded in March 2022 in response to the urgent migration needs of Russian and Ukrainian speaking families.
These young migrants face
Emigration Aftershock
Social isolation, cultural adjustment, difficulty building new lifepaths.
Enduring Trauma
Pandemic, persecution, displacement, wars, and antisemitic propaganda.
Generational assimilation struggle
Reconnecting with identities and building new pathways.
At-risk youth
High risk of depression, PTSD, anxiety, self-harm, substance abuse, and other health issues.
About the walks
We are a non-profit providing teenagers with a welcoming 'third place' beyond home and school—a space to explore their interests, unleash creativity, and build meaningful connections that foster curiosity and personal growth.
OUR VALUES
01
Inclusion and acceptance of diverse individuals
02
Respect for freedom of choice
03
Attention to the well-being and contexts of each person in the project
04
The strength of community, mutual support, and joy from shared experiences
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Rejection of violence, bullying, racial, gender, and any other form of discrimination, as well as opposition to the promotion of violence
Program and Methodology
Build social connections and friendships in a new environment
Cope with trauma and difficult emotional challenges
Develop meaningful connections with their surroundings
Explore their creativity & initiatives, empowering to shape their future
We introduce teenagers to local residents, culture, and lifestyle through The Walks.
We connect them with each other, with Israeli peers, educators, schools, and art projects.
What We Do
We provide both online and in-person spaces for teens to connect, build friendships, and break free from social isolation through community events and meetups. Every participant is given the opportunity to share their opinions, talents, and ideas, ensuring they feel seen and heard. All program activities are offered completely free for participants.
Who supports us
Our institutional partners are leading Jewish philanthropy foundations, local cultural institutions and non-profits.
More supporters
Specialized professionals, businesses, and institutions have contributed their expertise, services, space, and products at no cost, reducing expenses by over 40%
WE’RE ALWAYS HAPPY TO HEAR FROM YOU
Whether it’s advice, suggestions,
or just a funny message
Our Locations
The Walks project operates in multiple cities across Israel
Jerusalem
Tel-Aviv
Haifa
Our growing international presence reflects our commitment to supporting teenagers with migration experience in diverse cultural contexts. As we continue to expand, we aim to create safe and inclusive spaces for young people to connect, grow, and find community no matter where they are
Recent expansions
The project has recently expanded to additional locations worldwide
Barcelona
Paris
