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For nearly two decades, Rabbi Gershon Litt has led hundreds of students on more than 40 birthright Israel trips to guide and educate them about their heritage and culture.

The director of Hillel at William & Mary was recently honored for his work in Jewish and Israel education with the 2025 Jeffrey R. Solomon Prize, which recognizes Jewish professionals who make a “profound and lasting impact on young adults.”

Litt was honored during a multi-day celebration of Birthright Israel’s 25th anniversary earlier this month in New York. Birthright Israel and its supporting foundation fund 10-day trips for young Jewish adults to Israel. Gidi Mark, the international CEO of Birthright Israel, called Litt a “shining example” of educators in the field.

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