Tag Archive: Israel’s Supreme Court
Israel’s Supreme Court Upholds Surrogacy Rights for Same-Sex Couples
Following a petition by NIF grantee The Aguda – Israel’s LGBT Task Force, the Supreme Court rules that a discriminatory law denying gay men access to surrogacy must be revised.
High Court Requires Disclosure of Illegal Settlement Funding
After a petition from Peace Now, the High Court rules on illegal transfers of public funds to organizations building outposts in the West Bank.
NIF Grantees Protest Deportation of Human Rights Defender
The Supreme Court approved the deportation of Human Rights Watch’s Omar Shakir. Israeli human rights organizations are speaking out.
Supreme Court: State Exams Must Be Translated for Arab Students
The Association for Civil Rights in Israel scores a victory for inclusion and accessibility.
A Time to Celebrate – and to Fight for Democracy
On Pride Month, we can’t forget how much the Supreme Court matters for the LGBTQ community and all minority groups in Israel.
The Struggle for the Soul of Israel’s Democracy
An independent judiciary is at the heart of democratic government. As Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks to dismantle Israel’s system of checks and balances, we stand with Israelis defending their democracy.
Fighting to Protect the Muslim Quarter on Jerusalem Day
NIF grantees are organizing to keep the violent “flag march” out of the Muslim Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem.
Kahanist Politician Banned from Running in Elections
A racist politician was disqualified for his ideology. We will be vigilant about the other like-minded politicians who may rise to power.
The Land Belongs to the People
Israel’s Supreme Court has ruled in favor of distributive justice and against unfair acquisition.