MBi is open to all American and Canadian high school sophomores. Many of our participants have previously attended one of the six Habonim Dror North America summer camps, though not all! All Jewish youth in their 2nd of high school are encouraged to apply.

Yes, of course! Many participants on MBI arrive with limited Hebrew skills. The program is tailored to different Hebrew speaking abilities so that even those who do come with some skills are able to learn more. Some of the the educators on MBI speak English and Hebrew, and all of the programming on MBI is in English.

On MBI there is a lot of traveling, so the location of the "home base" changes a lot. Hotels and kibbutzim are the most popular places to stay and contain a wide variety of environments. You will always have access to the necessities.

On MBI you will visit a variety of what Israel has to offer. You will experience the Kotel in Jerusalem to the Shuk HaKarmel in Tel Aviv. Not to mention all of the beaches you'll visit. You will also go on multiple hiking journeys such as Mt. Masada and learn about the rich Jewish history that is within the land.