Tag Archive: issue profile

A Social Change Movement is Underway to Fight the “Minimarkets Law”

This law, passed narrowly in the Knesset on Monday, marks a setback for religious freedom in Israel.

#MeToo in Israel as Women’s Hotline Sees Spike in Calls

The Israel Women’s Network is responding to growing awareness of sexual harassment and assault.

Keeping Israel’s Cities Pluralistic and Free

Shatil’s Free Cities Forum is building a diverse coalition to keep cities inclusive and open to all.

Reform Movement Launches Western Wall Ad Campaign

Netanyahu’s reversal on the Western Wall agreement will not be the last word.

Dramatic Drop in Racism at Israeli Soccer Matches

Racism may still be a part of soccer culture in Israel, but Kick It Out Israel has Israeli teams moving in the right direction.

Pushing for More Tolerant Jewish Spaces in Israel

From kashrut, to marriage, to the place of LGBTQ Israelis, a quiet revolution is underway.

Haaretz to Distribute 100,000 Jubilee Haggadahs

This unique Haggadah is part of a larger campaign to draw attention to the occupation.

High Court Rules Converts to Judaism Can Stay in Israel

Two sisters from Peru struggle to prove their religion to the Jewish State.

A New Breaking the Silence Report: “The High Command”

In this new report, the veterans’ group documents the link between the settler movement and the IDF.

East Jerusalemites Concerned by Archaeological Digs

A newly commissioned survey finds gulfs between Israelis and East Jerusalemites in their views on archaeological excavations.