Tag Archive: combating racism
Combating Hate Crimes
The Association for Civil Rights in Israel (ACRI) and the Public Knowledge Workshop (Hasadna) launched a new website for reporting and tracking racism in Israel.
A Tragedy in the North, a Hate March — and a Glimmer of Hope
The news coming out of Israel this week was hard, but in this difficult moment, from north to south, I see a path towards a different, more equal future.
Campaigning for Arabic in Public Services
In a victory for equitable access Arabic-speaking Israelis, after pressure from NIF grantee Sikkuy, the Israel Electric Corporation introduced Arabic language services on its hotline.
Promoting Bedouin Rights in the Negev-Naqab
Sliman al-Hawashla gets recognition for his decades of work with Shatil, NIF’s action arm in Israel, promoting Bedouin rights in the Negev-Naqab.
Fighting Racism On and Off the Field
NIF’s Kick It Out campaign releases new content to fight the spread of racism in Israeli soccer.
Standing with Neve Shalom / Wahat al-Salam
NIF grantees came together to show solidarity with the Jewish-Arab community, following two arson attacks in one week.
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.
Heeding the Call for Racial Justice
Communities of color are mobilizing to demand justice for George Floyd and to end racial discrimination and police brutality. It’s our job to listen – and to join.
Solidarity with Palestinian Victim of Police Violence
Tag Meir paid a solidarity visit to the family of the unarmed, autistic Palestinian man recently murdered by police in East Jerusalem.
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.