Derech Ami
Derech Ami (meaning Ami’s Way), established in memory of Lt. Col. Emmanuel Moreno, is a non-profit organization that works to strengthen Jewish identity. The organization follows in the footsteps of Emmanuel, who strove to integrate work and Torah in all aspects of his life. Inspired by this vision, the organization creates programs designed to strengthen Jewish identity among young Israelis, with a special focus on love of the Land of Israel and the People of Israel, and Jewish heritage.
Our projects
Nationwide · from Safed to Dimona
Our centers
Derech Ami follows in the footsteps of Lt. Col. Emmanuel Moreno z”l and promotes the integration of work and Torah studies. Values of love of the Land, love of the People of Israel, and Jewish tradition are incorporated into programs designed for young Israeli men and women.
Our centers, spread out across the country, are the heart and soul of the organization. Come and take part in our activities.
All our centers
19 centers nationwide. Choose a region, or scroll for the full list.
If Rabbi Eliyahu were alive today and had the privilege of seeing your activity, he would be completely swept away by emotion.”
(Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu, Rabbi of Tzvat
Emmanuel Moreno H.Y.D
Lt. Col. Emmanuel Yehuda Moreno (June 17, 1971; 24 Sivan 5731 – August 19, 2006; 25 Av 5766,) an officer in Sayeret Matcal (the IDF’s General Staff Reconnaissance Unit), was killed in combat towards the end of the Second Lebanon War. Moreno is the first soldier in the history of the IDF whose photo has been banned for publication even after his death, due to the extremely covert missions in which he took part.
Moreno was born in Paris to parents Sylvia and Ilan Moreno, chozrim be’tshuva who emigrated from North Africa. His father was born in Morocco and his mother in Tunisia. When he was one year old, his family immigrated to Israel.
