Tag Archive: Be’er Sheva

Meet Gali Bessudo: An Optimistic Activist in Sderot

Gali is part of the Movement for the Future of the Western Negev, which demands a political settlement to stop the violence along the boundary with Gaza.

Reason for Pride

We know that we can’t stop just because Tel Aviv is an oasis for gay life, but rather we must continue our work so that every LGBTQ person in Israel can feel supported and safe.

Kfar Saba Celebrates Its First Pride March

Police wanted the organizers to pay for security and for a six-foot high fence. We pushed back.

Shatil’s Public Housing Forum Saves Disabled Holocaust Survivor from Eviction

The public housing company had locked her apartment, taken her belongings, and claimed she was no longer living there.

Israel Revokes Citizenship of Hundreds of Negev Bedouin

Bedouin citizens of Israel are told that they were given their citizenship by mistake despite their long family lineage and connection to the land.

Hagit Sigawi, Underdog and Public Housing Hero

Raised in and out of public housing, Hagit Sigawi works with Shatil in the struggle for social and economic justice.

Shatil Conference Highlights: Bedouin Village One Step Closer to Recognition

Bedouin activists and leaders share their successes and brace for future challenges.

Negev Council Launched

The newly launched Negev Council is working to build bridges and address social inequality in the Negev.

“It’s moving to see so many people wanting to help”

Amid the falling rockets and a call for reserve duty, activist Erez Nagawker is ensuring that Be’er Sheva residents don’t go hungry.

List of Emergency Grants During Crisis

The following is a running list of emergency grants approved by the New Israel Fund as the fighting goes on.