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Over the years, we have developed and implemented mechanisms to make rights accessible, including municipal centers and an emergency assistance system. Now, with the launch of the Rights Realization Lab, we are taking knowledge from the field a step further: researching the barriers, developing new solutions, and promoting approaches that will enable broader and more accessible rights realization.

A year after its inauguration, the Ashkelon Grove of the Fallen continues to develop and serve as a focal point for remembrance and community strengthening. At an event held on Tu BiShvat, 99 additional trees were planted in memory of the fallen members of the defense forces and victims of actions of terrorism, residents of the city.

“Hibuki Play Therapy” – A Joint Initiative of JDC and the Ministry of Education
Helping tens of thousands of young children, families, educators, and therapists in Israel process experiences and prevent PTSD.

Shlomi Margulis’ story: How the “Foundations” program prepares young men from ultra-Orthodox society for work in the construction industry.

This year, Hanukkah was a unique opportunity to shine a light on the power of a community. In a series of exciting events across the country, together with the residents, we lit the Hanukkah candles in a variety of destinations. Every place and every community have its own story of dealing with the current war. From the south to the north, the events were a living example of how it is possible to grow back from trauma, and with hope for a safer future.

A unique project in Ofakim – an urban coffee cart operated by senior citizen volunteers.

Connecting business and community – 200 businesses owned by reservists and residents of the northern and southern regions are coming to the large malls.

The International Day of Equal Rights for Persons with Disabilities is observed annually on December 3 and is dedicated to promoting understanding of people with disabilities and encouraging support for their dignity, rights, and well-being.

“The stares don’t bother me anymore, but it’s still very difficult for others,” says Noam Gez (26), a freshly hired electrical engineer and model, who was wounded in combat in 2017 during his military service in the Moran unit. Noam lost his left hand from the middle of the forearm, went blind in his right eye, and five shrapnel remained in his brain. “The first time I left Soroka Hospital, I felt like everyone was staring at me. The pain of self-definition, the fear of stares – all of these hinder the rehabilitation process.”

As part of the humanitarian project to assist authorities in the north, the Joint Emergency Operations Center began operating, serving the 19 participating authorities. As part of the project, we are helping authorities strengthen their emergency systems, with an emphasis on providing rapid, tailored, and effective care to the most vulnerable populations in their area.