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In a strategic collaboration between the Joint and the Sharon Cluster, a new managerial training program for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) has been launched. The focus: improving productivity, business efficiency, upgrading management skills, and creating a unified managerial language within companies.

One Month into Operation “Roaring Lion” – A Summary So Far

The life experience of the older population is emerging as a strategic resource in routine and emergency situations, driving community initiatives that strengthen resilience and growth out of crisis. The “Shnat Sherut 50 Plus” model demonstrates how integrating older adults into action creates a dual value—an effective response to community needs alongside strengthening the sense of meaning and belonging among participants.

We have initiated the operation of an emergency response system in Dimona following an Iranian missile strike on the city, in cooperation with the local municipal leadership. The activity includes immediate assistance to residents, strengthening welfare services, and expanding support for vulnerable populations.

The “Community Supporter” program expands the support system in local authorities and assists in identifying and supporting older adults and people with disabilities during emergencies. Through mapping at-risk populations and deploying community supporters in the field, the program strengthens the ability of authorities to respond to the needs of their most vulnerable residents.

Following the recent missile strike incidents, JDC is operating in Be’er Sheva and Beit Shemesh to provide comprehensive humanitarian assistance to families whose property was damaged and to strengthen municipal preparedness.

As part of a collaboration with the Walla website, we established “Safe Space” – a dedicated website that brings together information, tools, and practical resources for personal and community coping during times of emergency.

During these days, our central mission is to do everything in our power to assist and support every Israeli. We are operating both in the field and in the digital arena to provide you with tools to cope with this complex situation.

“I woke up into complete darkness. I didn’t understand where I was. Everything was destroyed and shattered, and I was barefoot. There were no shoes near me—they were left in the living room. I started walking, and every step was on glass, more and more glass. I saw a strong light coming from outside and couldn’t understand how it was getting in, since the electric shutter was supposed to be closed. Then it hit me—the wall had simply disappeared.”

Beit Midrash Elul, ANOBANO (R.A.) and the JDC held a joint gathering for program graduates and current active volunteers, marking the conclusion of the first year of activity and examining the continued development of the model in additional regions.