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Lessons on Israeli Civil Society Data in War Times
Kol-Sherut, a platform by the Israeli NGO Kol-Zchut, provides an accessible, comprehensive database of social services across Israel, helping residents find essential resources, especially in times of crisis. In response to the events of October 7th, Kol-Sherut launched an emergency version to offer timely access to critical services such as shelter, mental health support, and […]

Implementing Inclusive Growth in the Be’er Sheva Innovation District
The establishment of the Innovation District in Be’er Sheva was accompanied by the desire of its founders to maximize its positive effects for the benefit of the city and its surroundings. From the very beginning of its planning, the founding partners understood that in order to leverage the advantages of the Innovation District, it was […]
Needs Assessment and Best Practices for Digital Trainings for Health Professionals- Ethiopia
This paper’s goal is to assess the implementation science outcomes of a COVID-19 e-health educational intervention in Ethiopia targeting healthcare workers via the RE-AIM (Reach, Effectiveness, Adaption, Implementation, Maintenance) framework. Partners: Richard M. Hodes MD, 2 Avital Sandler-Loeff MS,2 Sarah E. Messiah PhD MPH3 Tags: Health, Ethiopia, COVID 19

From Disaster to Development: A GRID Case Study in Mozambique
A comprehensive look into our disaster response in Mozambique Tags: Disaster response, Agriculture, Mozambique, Climate change, Emergency relief

Effects of COVID on older people in Israel
Impact of COVID-19 on Israel’s older people JDC ESHEL’s presentation on the findings of the third survey (July 2021) to understand the effects of COVID-19 on Israel’s older people population. Partners: ERI Institute. Tags and Keywords: COVID, COVID-19, older people, Older Adults, Israel, JDC, JDC ESHEL, ESHEL, Corona, Impact, Presentation.

Application Model for Regional Economic Development
This study examines how plans to bolster Northern Israel can be implemented effectively. It outlines the basic principles necessary to promote regional processes, and provides tools for planning and executing local economic growth initiatives. Partners: Russell Berrie Foundation

Designing Health Innovation Programs in Low-and Middle-Income Countries
This study provides an analysis of global health needs and priorities, and identify opportunities for innovation and technology in low-income countries (LICs) and middle-income countries (MICs), with a particular focus on Ethiopia and South Africa. Tags: Health & Digital Health, Innovation, International Development, Start Ups, SDGs, Israel Start Ups, Emerging Markets

TOV Investor Report
JDC, the world’s largest Jewish humanitarian organization, also assists non-Jewish communities in distress in the spirit of “Tikkun Olam”, repairing the world. The TOV model is based on a revolving fund: once TOV farmers lift themselves and their families out of chronic poverty, they replenish the reserve by paying back their loans for the next […]

The Better Together Program in Kiryat Shemona and Arrabe
An evaluation report on the coronavirus crisis community solutions for individuals and families in vulnerable Israeli neighborhoods participating in the Better Together program. Better Together is a Joint-Ashalim program developed to strengthen social mobility. דו”ח מחקר בנושא פתרונות קהילתיים לפרטים ומשפחות בשכונות חלשות במהלך משבר הקורונה בישראל במסגרת תכנית מוטב יחדיו – ג’וינט אשלים, התומכת […]

Survey: Effects of COVID-19 on Older Adults in Israel (May 2020)
At the onset of the COVID-19 crisis, JDC-Eshel was asked to study and estimate the virus’ impact on the metrics for the successful aging of Israel’s 65+ population. Together with the ERI Research Institute we conducted a survey based on the mapped indicators, the results of which are presented here.