Tag Archive: Israel Hofsheet (Be Free Israel)
Advocating Effectively for Social Change
A simulation of a hypothetical future Knesset helped civil society staffers learn the inner workings of governmental bureaucracy and identify potential allies.
Campaigning Against Gender Segregation
A new campaign informs Israeli women of their rights and gives them tools to fight back against discrimination.
Providing Shabbat Bus Services To More Israeli Cities
More and more cities are running Shabbat bus services so Israelis who are not Orthodox can enjoy their weekend in the way that they choose.
Standing Up for Pride
NIF Grantee Israel Hofsheet (Be Free Israel) successfully petitioned against the rerouting of a pride parade last week in Mitzpe Ramon.
Combatting Erasure of Women From Public Spaces
After significant pressure, an Israeli bus company ended a discriminatory policy to remove pictures of women from bus ads when traveling through ultra-Orthodox areas.
Fighting the Monopoly on Jewish Conversion
Israel’s new Conversion Law is a small step in the right direction, but NIF grantee Israel Hofsheet (Be Free Israel) offers a strong reminder of how far we still have to go to reach true equality.
Fighting Discrimination Against Russian-Born Israelis
Despite an unfounded libel suit, Israel Hofsheet (Be Free Israel) continues to stand up against discrimination in the workplace.
Defending the Rights of Arab and Secular Jewish Citizens
NIF grantees argued that hospitals cannot prevent visitors from bringing leavened products for patients during Passover. Israel’s Supreme Court agreed.