Stories
Kicking Racism Out!
Kick it Out’s new video promoting equality, tolerance, and coexistence is rocking Israeli airwaves.
A Small Step for Religious Freedom
A change in the conversion process dramatically increases the number of rabbis who can perform conversions.
Government Ministries Evade Freedom of Information Requests
The Movement for Freedom of Information generates pressure for a more transparent government in Israel.
Violence Averted
The convergence of major Jewish and Muslim holidays raised fears of violence around Israel. But thanks to good will and a lot of preparation, the day passed peacefully.
Racist Rabbi Eliyahu Fails in Bid to become Jerusalem Chief Rabbi
The avowedly racist Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu lost his bid to become Jerusalem’s Chief Rabbi, thanks in part to public pressure from voices in Israel and beyond.
Compensation for Fired Pregnant Woman
An Israeli court ordered an NIS 45,000 compensation package to a woman fired for being pregnant.
Attorney Dan Yakir Celebrates 25 Years with ACRI
Dan Yakir – NIF Law Fellow Alum and prominent human rights lawyer – discusses the past, present, and future of human rights in Israel.
Joining Forces for Change
Meet Michael Weingarten, professor, family practitioner, and healthcare equality activist.
Campaign to Prevent Religious Clashes
A new campaign hopes to prevent religious skirmishes this Saturday – an important holiday for both Jews and Muslims — and to promote a message of joint living.
High Court Orders Closure of Detention Camps for African Refugees
In a major victory for human rights, Israel’s Supreme Court has ruled that refugees can no longer be held indefinitely in detention camps.