StoriesReal students.
Real students.
Real transformation.
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In their words
What they took with them.
“Ohrsom has provided me with countless opportunities to participate in thought-provoking discussions, festive events and activities — a perfect medium between intellectual engagement and fun. They transcend the classic dynamic of a community and are more like a family.”

Emmanuel Velakoulis
Ohrsom Student 2018–2023
“Ohrsom has provided me with the space to grow and develop not only as a Jewish woman, but as a person within the world. I am eternally grateful for what it has provided me.”

Meg Gorley
Student
“An incredible, one-off social experience — enriched by challenging, fascinating speakers. A brand new social environment mixed with awesome activities. I was impressed with the calibre of speakers.”

Ben De Winter
Student
“The most valuable asset I've taken with me over the past 3 years at Ohrsom is a primary focus on growth.”

Jacob Steinberg
Student
“It was my first time going to Israel and I can't think of a better way to spend that experience. They were just really accepting of who we were.”

Hudson Levine
Student
“Ohrsom has provided me with a familial support system to draw strength, inspiration and guidance in my Judaism — an environment that encourages questioning and delving.”

Riv Parij
Gap Year
