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Prof. Peter Edelman together with his wife Marian Wright Edelman, one of the world's most eminent children's rights activists, after he received a standing ovation in Jerusalem.
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The handover from outgoing NIF President Prof. Peter Edelman to his successor, Prof. Naomi Chazan, took place at a special ceremony opening the International Board Meeting in Jerusalem at the end of last month. The ceremony was attended by several hundred social change leaders and activists from dozens of NIF supported organizations, the Board, International Council and staff. MORE>
In contrast to Jerusalem pride celebrations in previous years, which were blighted by violence, mass anti-LGBT demonstrations and well orchestrated attempts by Orthodox Israelis to prevent the parade from taking place, the holding of this year's parade went ahead without incident. MORE>
NIF observers reported a dramatic reduction in racist and violent incidents at soccer matches during the 2007-08 season. There was an overall 59 percent decrease in racist and violent incidents compared to the previous year. MORE> |
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