Tag Archive: COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
Impunity for Settler Violence in the West Bank
Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, NIF grantee B’Tselem reports that extremist settlers continue to harass Palestinians in the West Bank with little to no consequences.
Israelis Are Calling Out Corruption
Israelis have taken to the streets, angry and frustrated with their government’s inept response to a second wave of COVID-19. Instead of listening, the government has responded with tear gas, detentions, and conspiracy theories. Sound familiar?
Mass Protests Against Government’s Handling of Coronavirus Crisis
NIF grantees including Omdim Beyachad (Standing Together) participate in widespread demonstrations throughout Israel demanding government accountability and assistance during this crisis.
Demanding Protections for Asylum Seekers
Israeli civil society and several members of Knesset are raising their voices against the freezing of government assistance to refugees.
Fighting for Social Workers
Shatil is offering guidance to the massive strike of Israeli social workers as they fight for fundamental changes to a social service system on the brink.
Taking a Stand Against West Bank Annexation
Over 6,000 people, including multiple NIF grantees, rallied in Tel Aviv to protest planned annexation of parts of the West Bank.
Shatil Spotlight: Dr. Bishara Bisharat
Meet Dr. Bishara Bisharat, representing Arab citizen in Israel’s Ministry of Health during the COVID-19 crisis.
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.
Strengthening Arab-Jewish Partnership During the COVID-19 Crisis
While the COVID-19 crisis exposed ongoing disparities between Jewish and Arab citizens, Shatil is working to close those gaps and strengthen Jewish-Arab partnerships.
Standing up for the Lives of Women
The Israel Women’s Network organized thousands of demonstrators in Tel Aviv to call attention to increasing violence against women during COVID-19 crisis.