The Ralph I. Goldman Fellowship
In 1987, JDC established the prestigious Ralph I. Goldman (RIG) Fellowship in International Jewish Communal Service in honor of Ralph I. Goldman, Honorary Executive Vice President, whose extraordinary commitment to Jewish communal service spans more than five decades in the United States and Israel.
The Ralph I. Goldman Fellowship is awarded to one person annually, and allows for one year of work-study in overseas locations where JDC is active. Each fellowship is unique, shaped by the timely and critical situations identified by JDC, while also considering the special qualifications of the individual fellow.
Fellows have served in countries such as Russia, India, Romania, Ethiopia, Argentina, and Morocco. With its range of unique assignments, the fellowship provides young Jewish leaders with an insider’s perspective on JDC’s global programs, while also giving them the opportunity to participate in the life of international Jewish communities.
Please click below to learn more about the fellows:
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2007-08 Meet the Newest Fellow
2006-07 Fellow
2005-06 Fellow
2004-05 Fellow
1987-2003 Previous Fellows
2003-04 Expedition Web Log
2002-03 Impressions of the FSU
Program Details
The fellowship begins in September with an orientation period at JDC’s headquarters in New York City. During this time the overseas assignment for the Fellow is designed.
Candidates should have the following credentials:
- Master’s Degree or equivalent and proven academic excellence
- Some work experience in the candidate’s chosen career
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills
- Strong interest in international Jewish communal affairs and social welfare
- Knowledge of foreign language(s) is a plus, but not a requirement
- Formal and/or informal Jewish education
JDC provides international travel expenses and a generous fellowship stipend.
To apply, submit a letter of advocacy no later than December 15, 2007. Include in your letter:
- details of educational and work experience
- plans for the future
- reasons for interest in this fellowship and
- examples of leadership qualities.
Based on this letter, we will send you an application, which includes four letters of recommendation and biographical information. The application is due by December 30, 2007.
Finalists are required to participate in personal interviews, at JDC's expense. Final award will be announced in March 2008 for the fellowship beginning in September.
A comprehensive overview brochure is available. To download a copy, please click below or to order a copy of the 20-page brochure or recieve more information please e-mail awards@jdc.org
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