Israeli-American Council (IAC)
Sophy Turkea-Yurman has extensive experience in various roles related to Jewish education and community engagement. Sophy has held positions at the Israeli-American Council, Alma Home for Hebrew Culture, ANU - Museum of the Jewish People, and the Israel Defense Forces. Sophy holds a BA in Informal Education and Program Development from Bar-Ilan University, as well as an MA in Jewish Education from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Additionally, Sophy completed advanced programs in pluralistic Jewish education and education leadership at Hebrew Union College and the Mandel Leadership Institute.
Israeli-American Council (IAC)
Over half a million Israeli-Americans live in the United States today. As a vital component of American society, they play a major role in social activism, academia, culture and innovation. The Israeli-American Council (IAC) is the largest Israeli-American organization in the Unites States, serving this vibrant sector of American society. IAC’s effectiveness and success is the direct result of its ability to organize, activate, and engage the Israeli-American community nationwide. The IAC strives to achieve these goals through programs and events for all ages, as well as by empowering and sponsoring a wide array of non-profit organizations within the Israeli-American community. OUR GOALS Encourage a culture of giving, activism, and connection to Israel through personal examples of community involvement. Connect the next generation to the community, their Jewish identity, the Hebrew language, and the State of Israel. Foster active support of initiatives that further Israel’s welfare, security, education and its relations with the United States. Translate the Israeli-American community’s needs, desires, and values into action and a strong and influential voice. Serve as a professional and financial resource for initiatives that support the development of an active and unified Israeli-American community with strong connections to the State of Israel, now and in the future. Strengthen the relationships between the Israeli-American community and the Israeli community in Israel. Build bridges between the Israeli-American and Jewish American communities in the United States.