Tag Archive: human rights
NIF CEO Sokatch On Lara Alqasem Ruling: “Victory For Democracy And Academic Freedom”
Today, responding to the news that American student Lara Alqasem will be released from Ben Gurion Airport and allowed to study at Hebrew University, NIF CEO Daniel Sokatch released the following statement. . .
Outrage Continues over Political Profiling at Ben Gurion Airport
The phenomenon began last year with the detention of our VP Jennifer Spitzer. The newest to be stopped is Lara Alqasem, a student pursuing a master’s degree at the Hebrew University.
Responding to Violent Racism
There has been an uptick in violence against Arabs across the country fueled by politicians. Tag Meir, Sikkuy, and other civil society organizations are pushing back.
Donor Profile: Hadass Kaufmann
Kaufmann, a Jerusalem resident, decided to leave her entire estate to NIF in order to strengthen democracy in Israel.
New Israel Fund Responds To Detention of American Jew At Israeli Border For Being “Here To Make Trouble”
NIF CEO Daniel Sokatch writes: If the Netanyahu government considers promoting equality, democracy, and justice to be ‘making trouble,’ we’ll wear that badge proudly”
Detainment Won’t Stop Human Rights Champions
Three human rights activists who were detained by the army near an illegal outpost vowed not to bow to the harassment.
Another Israeli General Expresses Solidarity with NIF
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s public lashings of NIF are generating blowback.
NIF CEO On Human Rights Defender Detentions: “We Will Not Be Intimidated Or Silenced”
Responding to the detentions of three leading human rights defenders in the South Hebron Hills today, NIF CEO Daniel Sokatch released the following statement. . .
Opposition to Nation-State Law Gains Momentum
The Nation-State Law has faced powerful opposition from Israelis of all kind, including the progressives, some right wingers and the Druze community.
Huge Protest Over Gay Surrogacy Rights in Israel
A recent bill denied gay men eligibility for surrogacy, sparking widespread outrage.