Born and raised in Israel, Elisheva developed strong Jewish and Israeli identities. Elisheva got her Bachelor in Social Work from Bar Ilan University, and her Master in Nonprofit Management from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, and practiced different managerial positions in various organizations in Israel such as Kesher (a center for families of children with special needs), Gvanim (a rehabilitation center for adults with mental disabilities), the JDC, and the Israeli Friends of the Weizmann Institute of Science. Elisheva is excited to work with The iCenter as an Educational Experience Producer and combine two of her passions—Israel and high-end productions. Elisheva lives in Deerfield with her husband and their four children.
What is your favorite Hebrew quote?
I love the verse ״הודו ל-ה׳ כי טוב כי לעולם חסדו״ (“Give thanks to the Lord for He is good, for His kindness endures forever”, Psalms 136). This optimistic verse is what my dear father always replies when asked how he is. Although he has gone through a lot in his life, he manages to remain grateful and cheerful. Following my father’s example, I try to always be grateful and maintain a positive outlook!
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