Young volunteers are preparing to visit northern Israel to lend a helping hand at a home for disadvantaged children.

Twenty-two members of Bnei Akiva youth movement will spend two weeks at the Sarah Herzog Children’s Centre in Afula, which is run by the Emunah charity.

The 16 and 17-year-olds, who are from Hendon, Finchley and Edgware, will stay at the home where they will help staff with activities and outings.

Speaking about the home, Emunah committee member Mindy Wiesenberg said: “These children cannot live in their own homes because the situation is too difficult – either they are dysfunctional or they have been emotionally or physically abused. Some have parents who are addicted to drugs or are in prison, while others have no parents at all.

“We also look after those with special needs, and have activities and therapies that enable all of the children to enjoy as normal a life as possible.” 

The group will set off on their adventure on Monday, July 29.