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Teddy Bear With Israeli Passport Connects Jewish Schools Across Europe

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A teddy bear named Dubi, known as the "Jewish Paddington," is traveling between Jewish schools across Europe as part of an initiative by UnitEd to connect students. Dubi carries an Israeli passport and a journal that students update with their experiences, fostering a sense of community and providing Hebrew practice. The project aims to bridge distances between schools, particularly in Europe, and was recently featured at an international conference in Prague. The initiative has been praised for its creative approach to strengthening Jewish identity among the youth.

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  • A teddy bear named Dubi is traveling between Jewish schools across Europe to connect students.
  • Dubi carries an Israeli passport and a travel journal updated by students with letters and drawings.
  • The initiative aims to strengthen Jewish identity and practice Hebrew among students in different countries.
  • UnitEd, in partnership with the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, launched the "Jewish Paddington" project.
  • The bear recently appeared at an international conference in Prague, highlighting its educational impact.
  • The project addresses the challenge of geographical distances between Jewish schools in Europe.

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