Tag Archive: in memoriam
In Memory of Prof. Yehuda Judd Ne’eman
NIF remembers Prof. Yehuda Judd Ne’eman and his invaluable contribution to Israeli film and political discourse.
Remembering Mordechai “Moraleh” Bar-On
We mourn the passing of Mordechai “Moraleh” Bar-On, former New Israel Fund President, at the age of 92.
Remembering Dr. Ruth Gavison, z”l
NIF mourns the loss of Dr. Ruth Gavison, a legal scholar and former president of the Association for Civil Rights in Israel.
Remembering Dr. Zeev Sternhell, z”l
NIF mourns the loss of Dr. Zeev Sternhell, a world-renowned scholar with an unsurpassed commitment to justice, equality, and full rights for all.
Remembering Franklin M. Fisher, z”l
NIF mourns the loss of our former Board President, a distinguished and valued leader for peace and progressive values.
Remembering Rabbi Rachel Cowan, z”l
“Rachel, who died just before Shabbat began last week, was the gentlest, fiercest, and most generous advocate for justice I ever met. She was the ultimate happy warrior, and more than anyone else I’ve ever known, it is her calm, cheerful, and inspirational example I most try to emulate.”
In Memory of Arthur Obermayer, z”l
We are deeply saddened over the passing of Arthur Obermayer, a devoted advocate and partner in building a more open and inclusive Israel.
Remembering Shira
On Sunday Shira Banki – one of the marchers stabbed in the Jerusalem Pride Parade – passed away. Read the heartbreaking message that her family released.
Leonard “Leibel” Fein
It is with deep sadness that I write to tell you that Leibel Fein – former NIF Board member, IC member, and champion of the Israel we believe in – died early this morning. A great light has gone out.