Tag Archive: civil rights
Refugees Without Refuge: Working to Make #HolotVoices Heard
Asylum seekers held in the Holot detention facility will finally have heat in the cold weather following legal action by the NIF network.
NIF Participating in High Profile Pre-Election Conference on Democracy
During a February pre-election event, key political players, activists, journalists, and academics will explore the touchiest issues surrounding Israeli democracy.
Combatting Hatred and Incitement
As part of our efforts to build a truly shared society in Israel, NIF just made an emergency grant to fund a big event this Sunday at the site of the torched school in Jerusalem.
Thwarting the Nation-State Bill
The Nation-State Bill constitutes a major threat to Israeli democracy. SHATIL is working not only to raise awareness of its ramifications, but to combat the uptick in racist violence.
Kick it Out Complaint Leads to Charges Against Racist Fans
When soccer fans chanted that an Arab-Israeli player was a “terrorist,” NIF’s Kick It Out program took action.
138 Asylum Seekers to be Released
Following two years of detention, 138 African asylum seekers will finally be released.
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.
New Soccer Season Kicks Off With Anti-Racism Event
A pre-game event brought together Jewish and Arab players and fans to condemn racism both on and off the soccer field.
Kafaya App Puts Racism on the Map
A new app lets anyone with a smartphone report – and help combat – racist incidents in Israel.
Dozens of Workers Fired Because of Facebook Posts
Anti-war sentiment or social media postings are not grounds for termination. Yet a rash of terminations pose a threat to freedom of expression.