During the previous election, the New Israel Fund provided regular updates about issues affecting equality and democracy in What to Watch in Israeli Democracy. Now, as Israel gears up for a second election within a year, the New Israel Fund will continue to provide regular updates on the issues that matter most.
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The Jerusalem Open House for Pride and Tolerance hosted its 18th annual Pride March, drawing a crowd of over 10,000.
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After outcry, the Jerusalem municipality removed homophobic posters put up prior to Jerusalem Pride.
Read MoreDuring the previous recent election, the New Israel Fund provided regular updates about issues affecting equality and democracy in our What to Watch in Israeli Democracy. Now, as Israel gears up for a second election within a year, the New Israel Fund will continue to provide bi-weekly updates on the issues that matter most.
Read MoreLooking ahead to new elections two things are clear: Jewish-Arab partnership is key to a democratic future, and the stakes have never been higher for democracy and the rule of law.
Read MoreAn 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.
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Thanks to Shatil’s work, single mothers who receive child support are now eligible for public housing.
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NIF mourns the loss of our former Board President, a distinguished and valued leader for peace and progressive values.
Read MoreToday, responding to news reports that Laura Mandel, a board member of the Abraham Initiatives, was questioned, subject to additional scrutiny and separated from her belongings by Israeli border security because of the NGO’s activities to promote equality between Arab and Jewish citizens in Israel, NIF CEO Daniel Sokatch released the following statement…
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