Tag Archive: human rights
Highlighting Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination
After incendiary remarks by the Minister of Internal Security, NIF grantee, The Aguda – Israel’s LGBT Task Force launched a social media campaign shedding light on injustices facing LGBTQ in Israel.
Exposing IDF Home Invasions in the West Bank
A recent report by three NIF grantees revealed the harsh and traumatic reality of home invasions, an intimidation tactic used by the IDF in the occupied territories.
Highlighting Victims of Child Detention
NIF grantees staged an event centering testimonies of Palestinian children detained by the IDF in the West Bank.
Combating Intrusive Government Surveillance
After a petition by several NIF grantees, Israel’s Supreme Court has demanded an explanation from the state for unnecessarily intrusive surveillance measures during the COVID-19 crisis.
Documenting Online Incitement Against Protestors
A report by NIF grantee the Berl Katznelson Foundation reveals how violent language targeting anti-corruption protestors in Israel has increased online.
Shedding Light on Inhumane Conditions for Detained Migrants
NIF grantee Hotline for Refugees and Migrants uncovers inhumane conditions at Israeli detention centers where refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants are held.
Advocate Wins Israeli Academy Award for Best Documentary
A documentary film about legendary human rights advocate Attorney Lea Tsemel won the Israeli Academy Award for Best Documentary.
Shatil Spotlight: Tzlil Rubinstein
Tzlil Rubinstein, Shatil’s human rights and democracy organizer and coordinator of Shatil’s Forum for Freedom of Speech and Protest, has been fighting for human rights since 2019.
Exposing Invasive Surveillance Technologies
The Association for Civil Rights in Israel has submitted two petitions to court on the failure of the Israel Police and the Israel Defense Forces to reveal their use of facial recognition technology practices.
Calling for Government Aid for Asylum Seekers
A report by NIF grantees reveals a desperate situation for the majority of asylum seekers in Israel and calls for immediate government intervention.