Sephardic Educational Center

Experience. The Difference.

Experience. For almost 30 years the SEC has been bringing young Jewish men and women of all backgrounds to learn about their rich heritage. SEC trips are known for combining fun adventures and interactive learning opportunities.

The Difference. Our unique approach which focuses on the timeless values of unity, tradition, tolerance and moderation embodied by Sephardic Judaism. Not to mention the joie de vivre that is an integral part of Israel life and society. No wonder we call our programs Hard Spice. SEC Trips feature an intensity and flavor unmatched by any other program!

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Below is a little taste of Israel.........

"When I first walked off the plane into Israel I was 'welcomed home.' It was not until I spent my first 10 days of travel that I truly knew what that meant. SEC gave me perspective on the importance of my homeland"      by: Benjamin Hoffman, L.A

"By going to Israel and seeing it, falling in love with it, and with all the people that traveled with me, is the experience I will treasure forever. This was one of the best things I have ever done. Its a great thing, to love your people, your homeland and everything that comes with it. We were chosen for a reason, to experience this event and all the magical things that happened because of it. This feeling left inside me will not go away any time soon, and hopefully soon I will be back to experience that feeling once again, for sure" by: Anton Lebedev NYC

"Overall, an AMAZING experience, in a a beautiful country, with even more amazing people. It surpassed by greatest expectations, and enabled me to take a closer look at who I am and what I'm all about."
by: Elina Kerzhner NYC

Summer Trip Dates: Departure dates are during June & July. Register now - Spaces are filling quickly!

Departure Cities: Los Angeles & New York

Registration Information

Registration for Spring-Summer 2009 trips is now closed. If you already started an application and need to update it, you can do that here.

Be sure to visit Pre-Trip Central to help you get ready for your trip!

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