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Shaming the Inciters
14 January 2016A different form of leadership can bring together Israel’s rich tapestry — secular and religious, Arab and Jewish, progressive and conservative, Mizrahi and Ashkenazi — into a shared society that truly thrives. We are giving voice to those Israelis demanding more of their leaders to help make Israel a better place.
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Statement from New Israel Fund on Cabinet Passage of ‘Transparency Bill’
27 December 2015In another attempt to punish criticism of Israeli government policy, the Ministerial Cabinet today passed the bill that targets progressive and human rights organizations. We at NIF urge the Knesset to reject this proposed legislation.
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Incitement Against Israel’s Human Rights Community, and the Flag Unfurled
18 December 2015
Here are a few key facts about what’s going on…
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Breaking the Silence Defies Right Wing Threats
7 December 2015
In a worrisome case for freedom of expression, a Be’er Sheva court ordered the cancellation of a Breaking the Silence event in the wake of right-wing threats of violence.
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Interview with Ir Amim Executive Director
15 October 2015
Meet Yehudit Oppenheimer, an activist working to reduce tensions in Jerusalem and transform the city into a more equitable and shared space for all inhabitants.
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“Managing” Didn’t Work
15 October 2015
Amid the upsurge of violence, it’s more important than ever that we hold tight to the values that drive us: Democracy. Equality. Justice.
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Scraping the Bottom of the Barrel
21 August 2015Israel and its supporters simply have no long-term choice but democracy, equality and self-determination for both Jews and Palestinians.
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Supreme Court Protects Freedom of Speech from Political Attacks
23 July 2015
In a ruling against the extremist Im Tirtzu group, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the critical importance of freedom of speech and expression.
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Pocket Guide Helps Protestors Maintain their Rights
21 May 2015
A new pocket guide and app will inform protestors of their rights and help connect them with legal aide.
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Human Rights and Democracy
19 May 2015
NIF works to transform Israel’s founding ideal of complete equality for all into reality, and to protect the human rights of all people living under Israel’s control.
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