Tag Archive: public housing

photo of Rikki Kohan Ben Lulu

“Lionesses:” A #MeToo Moment in Israel’s Public Housing

Too many Israeli women seeking public housing find themselves sexually harassed and abused by those handling their cases. We’re making sure their stories are heard by showcasing them in a photo exhibit called “Lionesses.”

Shatil Thwarts State Plan to Weaken Negev Bedouin

The Housing Minister wanted to create six new Jewish settlements in the Negev instead of strengthening existing Bedouin and Jewish towns that have been neglected.

A Public Housing Victory

Single mothers will benefit in particular from the new housing plan unveiled by the housing minister.

Meet Janice Fricker, Shatil Volunteer

“There are so many people who refuse to give up the hope of a beautiful, strong, dynamic, healthy country that everybody can be proud of. I want to be part of that.”

Shatil’s Public Housing Forum Saves Disabled Holocaust Survivor from Eviction

The public housing company had locked her apartment, taken her belongings, and claimed she was no longer living there.

Taking the Plight of Elderly Immigrants to the Knesset

Dr. Avraham Sharnopolsky is fighting for the right to suitable housing for elderly immigrants.

Sara Assolin Testifying 2017

Uncovering Sexual Harassment of Israel’s Poor

Meet the woman whose story helped pressure the government to address a widespread problem.

Five Calls for Freedom in Israel this Passover

Meet five individuals struggling to gain liberty in contemporary Israel.

A New Precedent in Public Housing

How working with Shatil helped Meital Cohen feel at home as a public housing activist.

Israel Announces 1 Billion Shekel Plan for Public Housing

Six years after the social protest movement, Israel has unveiled an unprecedented new investment in public housing.