Tag Archive: social justice
NIF Grantee Puts Israeli Laws Online, Despite Government Objections
A volunteer working to make regulations more transparent must overcome legal hurdles.
It’s Our Future Too!
New campaigns are working to ensure that Palestinian Israelis are not disenfranchised during the elections, and that public housing is on every politician’s agenda.
Court Rules Against “Modesty” Sign
In a victory for religious freedom and women’s rights, 4 Orthodox women won their case against “modesty” signs in Beit Shemesh.
A Killing in the Negev
Tensions between police and the Bedouin community heighten following the death of an innocent bystander.
Exposure of Housing Minister Scandal
A corrupt deal transferring state property designated for public housing to politically-connected religious NGOs was frozen.
Public Housing Conference
A new planned housing project in Tel Aviv has reignited the debate over affordable housing solutions in Israel.
Knesset Cafeteria Workers to Keep Their Jobs
Knesset cafeteria workers’ jobs were made secure during the recess and election thanks to a SHATIL-coordinated campaign.
Victory Against Gender Segregation
Israeli cemeteries can no longer force gender segregation on mourners.
Reducing Tensions
The NIF network is working hard to diffuse tensions between Jews and Arabs and to promote a truly shared society.
Israeli Budget to Show Gender Distribution
A new way of presenting the budget may help to reduce gender inequality in Israel.