Tag Archive: economic justice
Advancing Progressive Values
With opportunities to influence Israel’s new government, NIF’s action arm, Shatil, steps up a new training program for civil society organizations advocating for their cause.
Highlighting the Public Housing Shortage
NIF grantee Forum for Public Housing draws attention to the unacceptable state of public housing in Israel.
False Accounts Target the Anti-Corruption Movement in Jerusalem
Activists of the anti-corruption movement faced multiple fake Twitter accounts attempting to doxx activist leaders in the movement.
Shatil Spotlight: Ruth Mason
After over 500 articles, Ruth Mason, longtime writer for NIF News, gives a heartfelt goodbye and reflects on the past 14 years of reporting on Shatil’s incredible work.
Demanding Accessibility for Schoolchildren
NIF grantee Zazim – Community Action is advocating for the 400,000 Israeli children who have no computer access for remote learning during the pandemic.
Fighting for Ethiopian Israeli Representation in Local Government
In Israel, too many local government councils don’t look like the communities they serve. The Association for Ethiopian Jews wants to change that.
Lessons from Belarus for Israeli Civil Society
As Belarussians protest for democracy, Shatil is helping Israeli activists understand their struggle and their successful tactics.
Providing for At-Risk Youth
Following a protest by teachers and activists, the Israeli government agreed to continue funding the Hilla Program for youth-at-risk.
Ensuring Equity for Bedouin Communities
In collaboration with Shatil, Bedouin authorities in the Negev created the Bedouin Treasurers Forum, a new effort to ensure fair allocation of government funds.
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.