URBAN ULPAN: Learn Hebrew. Live the City.
A dynamic, real-life Hebrew immersion program powered by culture, creativity, and community.
15+
Years in the
making
making
For over 15 years, we’ve been shaping educational experiences that inspire, empower, and transform the next generation.
Urban Ulpan transforms Hebrew learning into an unforgettable city adventure.
Our program blends practical Hebrew skills with real-world experiences-street conversations, market missions, cultural outings, volunteering, cooking classes and simulation challenges that build true confidence.
This is not a classroom; this is a living language lab.
What Is Included
How The Program Works
Learn. Create. Lead.
What's Included In The Course
Dynamic Hebrew Fundamentals Workshops
Build core vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills through engaging, high-energy sessions.
Street Hebrew Simulation Exercises
Practice real-life scenarios such as ordering food, asking for directions, bargaining in the shuk, or navigating public transportation.
Volunteering in Hebrew
Engage with local communities in Hebrew-speaking environments- an authentic and deeply meaningful way to practice the language.
Cultural Adventures & Israeli
Encounters Explore markets, neighborhoods, and hidden cultural corners of the city, all while integrating new vocabulary and context.
Conversational Challenges
Daily missions that encourage participants to speak with Israelis, complete tasks, and push beyond their comfort zone in a fun, supportive environment.
Build core vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills through engaging, high-energy sessions.
Street Hebrew Simulation Exercises
Practice real-life scenarios such as ordering food, asking for directions, bargaining in the shuk, or navigating public transportation.
Volunteering in Hebrew
Engage with local communities in Hebrew-speaking environments- an authentic and deeply meaningful way to practice the language.
Cultural Adventures & Israeli
Encounters Explore markets, neighborhoods, and hidden cultural corners of the city, all while integrating new vocabulary and context.
Conversational Challenges
Daily missions that encourage participants to speak with Israelis, complete tasks, and push beyond their comfort zone in a fun, supportive environment.
Course Outcomes
Participants walk away with real Hebrew skills, a proven methodology for self-advancement, cultural fluency, and a deeper, more confident connection to Israeli society - not just learning the language, but living it.
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RECLAIM THE NARRATIVE is an educational seminar designed to empower young Jews to stand up for Israel and the Jewish people in an era of rising antisemitism and anti-Zionism.
Through dynamic learning sessions, media analysis, real-world case studies, and storytelling workshops, participants gain the tools to challenge falsehoods, express their identities confidently, and communicate Israel’s story with clarity, creativity, and courage.
Our mission is to turn youth to become articulate advocates who lead honest, values-driven conversations that restore truth and moral clarity to the global dialogue about Israel and the Jewish people.
EXPLORE
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David & Team
David KramerFounder & Lead Educator
Educator, entrepreneur and author with 20+ years in Israel education, advocacy and personal development; founder of multiple experiential programmes blending storytelling, creativity and impact.
Educators & Mentors - A network of Israel entrepreneurs, professionals and advocacy trainers- covering design thinking, innovation-training, public speaking, social marketing, networking, advocacy, history and more.
Educators & Mentors - A network of Israel entrepreneurs, professionals and advocacy trainers- covering design thinking, innovation-training, public speaking, social marketing, networking, advocacy, history and more.
Our Impact So Far
State Of The Heart, originally called NU Campaign, was founded in 2010. Since then we have impacted thousands of students across the globe.
15 Years
In The MAKING
10,000+
student participants
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Over 20 countries Worldwide.
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past participants and partners
4.8
Participant Feedback
“The program was one of the best things I did during my stay in Israel. I learned so much from the amazing speakers and places we visited and it really opened my eyes up for my future. I really want to thank the Entreprenohr team for everything they did for us”
Michael Freedman
Participant
“I really had no idea what I wanted to study when I get back from Israel and the program gave me the opportunity to start thinking what I want to do in life. The speakers were brilliant and I was impressed by the startups that we were able to visit and the people we met. Thank you!"
Dani Ziller
Participant
FAQs
Here are some common questions we are asked about State Of The Heart programs. If you have any more feel free to reach out to us.
What type of groups do you cater for?
We work with all types of groups, teams, companies and organizations – both short-term and long-term programs and experiences, from all backgrounds and demographics
Do you cater for individuals?
Yes we offer courses for individuals when there is a minimum of 10 participants per course.
Do you customize for our audience?
Yes. We tailor each program according to the needs of the group, difficulty level, and creative outputs to your context.
Can you deliver online?
Yes. Hybrid and online options are available; creative outputs adapt well to digital.
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Partner With Us
We work with Jewish organizations, trip providers, and educational institutions to enhance their existing programs with powerful, ready-to-run and bespoke content.
