Magshimim

The flagship program of the Cyber Education Center, Magshimim aims to drive social change by creating opportunities for youth in the periphery to excel in cyber-tech. The knowledge and tools they acquire improve their chances to join the IDF’s elite technological units, and to continue to a career in high-tech. in this way, the program addresses the growing demand for cyber security experts while serving as a real springboard to social mobility.

Magshimim operates as a three-year training course for high school students (10^th-12^th grade) with two afternoon study sessions a week, as well as enrichment activities such as hackathons, summer camps and visits to high-tech companies. Studies take place in small groups and focus on teaching high-level technology subjects along with self-learning and teamwork skills. In their third year the students work on personal final projects, guided by mentors from the high-tech industry.

Magshimim was launched in 2010 and was recognized as a national cyber education program following a successful two-year pilot. Its students come from 75 communities in Israel’s geographic and social periphery, attending dozens of regional learning centers.

Magshimim AI
In view of the remarkable progress of AI-based technologies and their impact on almost every area of life, the Cyber Education Center has established a “sister” program to Magshimim, focusing on training youth as data experts. The program provides its students with advanced technological knowledge in data analysis and machine learning, as well as essential skills and tools required in today’s workforce.

Magshimim AI was developed in close collaboration with the Israel National Digital Agency, the Technion, and the IDF. Its graduates are directed toward military service in data and AI roles and enjoy a significant advantage in both academic studies and the tech industry after their discharge.

Partners

Government | Local authorities | Philanthropy | Business sector

Operating body

Cyber Education Center