Tag Archive: shared society
Israel’s Health Ministry Allocates Additional $200 Million for Arab Community’s Health Sector
After years of campaigning by NIF grantees, Israel’s Minister of Health announces a historic investment in healthcare for Palestinian communities in Israel.
For the New Year — Reflections, Expectations, Hopes
On the heels of this exceptionally challenging year, we look towards the next. It is sure to be no less challenging, but it also offers new hope.
Combating Anti-Arab Racism In School
The Association for Civil Rights in Israel demanded zero tolerance for racism after a group of parents in Herzliya refused to accept an Arab homeroom teacher at the local school.
Combatting Discriminatory Profiling of Ethiopian Israelis
Israel’s Supreme Court has accepted a petition by three NIF grantees demanding an immediate end to the police practice of profiling Ethiopian Israelis.
Strengthening Arab Israeli Civil Society
Through a series of accessible training workshops and networking opportunities, NIF’s action-arm Shatil is helping fortify Arab Israeli civil society organizations with the skills they need to succeed.
Campaigning for Arabic in Public Spaces
Following a tireless campaign by NIF grantee Sikkuy – The Association for the Advancement of Civic Equality, Ben Gurion Airport finally adds a “Welcome to Israel” sign in Arabic in addition to other Arabic signs.
Promoting Shared Society
A Tel Aviv billboard campaign welcomes Jewish-Arab partnership.
Marching for Pride
Thousands attended Jerusalem’s March for Pride and Tolerance this year.
Standing in Solidarity with Sheikh Jarrah
Omdim Beyachad (Standing Together) marched in solidarity with Palestinian residents in Sheikh Jarrah who face risk of eviction from their homes.
Assisting Women’s Rights Organizations
This year, NIF’s Yaffa London-Yaari Prize goes to support three established women’s rights organizations that were hit hardest by the pandemic.