"Speaking Hebrew – نتكلّم العبريّة" is a collaborative project with Lissan – لسان, aimed at providing Hebrew conversation skills and practical language tools for women and girls from East Jerusalem. 

The program is rooted in the belief that Jerusalem, where 37% of residents speak Arabic as their native language, should be a bilingual space with equal access to resources and opportunities for all its residents. 

The curriculum is tailored to the practical needs of participants, addressing the specific challenges faced by Arabic-speaking female students in Jerusalem. The teaching methodology is interactive, emphasizing speaking practice and confidence-building in Hebrew. 

Program Structure 

• Teaching teams consist of instructors and volunteers who co-develop and conduct weekly Hebrew lessons. 

• Classes are divided into 4 proficiency levels, using accessible learning materials. 

• Each teaching team is led by a coordinator who receives a scholarship. 

Scholarship & Commitment 

• Scholarship amount: 10,000 NIS for coordinating a teaching team 

• Responsibilities include: 

1. Lesson preparation and curriculum development 

2. Meeting with instructors 

3. Biweekly training sessions on Tuesdays, covering social and pedagogical topics 

Application Process 

Registration and selection take place between June and September. 

For inquiries and applications: campus@lissan.org.