Mobilizing for the Lives of Women

Tens of thousands of demonstrators protested in Tel Aviv, demanding the transfer of the budget promised by the government to combat domestic violence against women.

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The Collapse of the Anti-Democratic “Loyalty in Culture” Bill

On every issue that we work on — from human rights, to social justice, to religious freedom — NIF partners with Israelis who champion our values. This case was no exception. And while some want to “blame” NIF for this legislative flop, the credit belongs to a wide coalition of Israelis who stood up against this proposed government censorship.

Cultural Censorship Law Defeated

The coalition could not muster a majority for this anti-democratic legislation opposed by a coalition of organizations and artists.

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Zazim Fights the Glorification of Racists

After a television station gave legitimacy to the actions of an arsonist who set fire to a Hand in Hand school, Zazim — Community Action mobilized to ensure that the regulatory body would hold the station accountable.

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NIF CEO on Gaza: Most Important Statement Is Our Grantees’ Work to Protect Human Lives and Rights

We are deeply disturbed that unarmed Palestinian protesters are being killed and wounded by Israeli fire at the Gaza border. Israel has a right to defend its borders and citizens, but must never target unarmed people who pose no threat to security forces. We are also deeply disturbed that Hamas risked the lives of Gaza’s protesters, including children, as cover for terrorist activities.

This Passover, We Stand with People Seeking Asylum

Next week Passover will start. Many of us will sit down at Seders and retell the story of our Exodus from Egypt. We will see ourselves as individuals who escaped bondage. And we will look at the world around us and identify the ways in which others around us are not yet free.

The Growing Opposition to the Deportations

Just like Americans showed up at airports when President Donald Trump tried to implement his Muslim Ban, Israelis are showing up right now on this issue.

The Pilots are On Board

A group of El Al pilots and over 130 airline crew members pledged their support for African asylum seekers as a result of Zazim‘s campaign.

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NIF Defends Civil Servant From Political Persecution

Political views must not disqualify Makbula Nassar from doing her job at the Ministry of Transportation.

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Americans Join Global Naomi Chazan Activism Fellowship Program

Thirteen fellows traveled in Israel and the occupied territories, learning about social justice issues in order to engage their home communities.

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