The Sephardic Educational Center (SEC) is a nonprofit educational organization created in 1980 with the goal of educating all Jews about their rich heritage.  Since then, over 30,000 young adults from around the world have attended our exciting programs in our campus in the Old City of Jerusalem. Thousands more have participated in local programs in North and South America.

Focusing on the timeless values of unity, compassion, sensitivity, tolerance and moderation embodied by Sephardic Judaism, the SEC promotes strength of family & community, pride of heritage & customs, increased knowledge of Torah & practice of Mitzvot, growth in spirituality, a traditional approach to Halacha, engagement with the modern world & society, and a meaningful connection to Israel, our People & Homeland.