Tag Archive: Beitar Jerusalem
Victory For Trans Representation
Israel’s first transgender soccer referee paves the way for greater representation in her field.
Anti-Corruption Demonstrations Gain Momentum
Protest numbers continue to build in the demonstrations against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the government handling of COVID-19 and the economic crisis.
Soccer Players Unite for Equality and Inclusion
NIF’s Team for Social Responsibility releases a new video speaking out against racism, sexism, and violence in soccer.
NIF Film Club: Forever Pure
Beitar Jerusalem is the most popular and controversial football team in Israel. When a secretive deal by the team’s owner brought in two Muslim players, it inspired the most racist campaign in Israeli sports history that sent the club spiraling out of control. Watch the post-film discussion with director Maya Zinshtein.
Kicking Racism Off the Soccer Field
Racist chanting by Beitar Jerusalem fans almost completely eradicated.
Soccer Players Unite Against Racism
The Team for Social Responsibility uses the role of sports in society to promote tolerance and equality.
Dramatic Drop in Racism at Israeli Soccer Matches
Racism may still be a part of soccer culture in Israel, but Kick It Out Israel has Israeli teams moving in the right direction.
Palestinian Israeli Recognized as Victim of Terror
This state recognition is both symbolically and materially important.
Fighting Violence and Racism in Israeli Soccer
Encouraging trends in new NIF report on racism and violence in soccer.