The Betar Movement is a world Zionist youth movement founded 85 years ago by Ze'ev Jabotinsky. Betar members played important roles in the creation of Israel. Today the Betar Movement is active in many world branches and is involved in Jewish and Zionist activism.
Even epic flooding could not stop Betarim from three states across Australia coming together to take part in Betars Annual Federal Machaneh.
Stay tuned for more on this Machaneh. Pictures and updates to follow soon...
Following Machaneh, the annual Australian Betar Conference took place. This three day conference is the forum for the leadership to outline the movement’s goals and objectives for the year ahead. Lively and lengthy discussions went on until early hours of the morning, various proposals were deliberated and ideas were voted on.
Well done to the outgoing Leadership. We wish the incoming Betar Leadership the best of luck in their new positions.
Recently, Betar South Africa ran an ideology and leadership training seminar for its bogrim on the beautiful Uvongo campsite. The event was attended by Betarim from South Africa, Australia and Israel and focused planning for the coming year.
Betar South Africa is looking forward to an exciting and successful 2011
Shnat Hachshara of Betar is a selective scholarship program designed for youth leaders from around the world. The program has a strong focus on education, self-education and the acquisition of life-long leadership skills. Last week 24 Betarim graduted the 2010 Shnat program. Here's their video clip
7 Betarim of Betar Uruguay made Alyiah to Israel! In 2008 the seven came to Israel as Shnatim at Shnat Betar. They are going to stay at Ulpan in Kibutz Maagan Michael and then join the IDF and academy. Betar sends warmest wishes to the Betarim who left everything behind and made Alyiah out of pure Zionism and love of Israel.
Calling all Parents and Friends of Betar! It’s time to see which generation reigns supreme! This year Betar Sydney is back with a bigger and better fundraiser to test your knowledge about the past decades. So grab your friends and come along and support Betar to help us raise much needed funds. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
"Israel Sheli" (My Israel) is a unique program for young Jewish people who wish to visit Israel. The program gives variety of options to build a self-designed schedule for your once in a lifetime visit in Israel.
