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In honour of the 25th anniversary of the founding of the New Israel Fund in the UK, we are launching a special Legacy Giving Campaign. Our ambitious campaign will make sure that NIF continues to be there to fight for Israel’s democracy as times change and new challenges arise.
COVID-19 Vaccination Distribution in Israel: Advocating for Equality
Two weeks into Israel’s COVID-19 vaccination distribution plan, roughly 1.87 million of its 9 million citizens had received the COVID-19 vaccination—more than 16 percent of the population. By January 4, Israel had inoculated a higher proportion of its population than any other country, a major testament to its highly mobilized, universal health-care system.
This what we achieved this year together. Thank you!
As 2020 comes to an end, a year of deep crisis across the world, we reflect on how it affects us all in profound ways. We know that this is a tough time for everyone. Covid has slowed down the rhythm of lives everywhere, but it has also exacerbated existing problems.
Giving Credit Where Credit is Due
The pandemic exposed deep vulnerabilities in society and exacerbated already existent fractures in Israel’s safety net. In light of this monumental challenge, how could anyone believe we could be successful in protecting the society, democracy and equality in Israel? The answer is so simple: It was all because of you.
Providing Urgent Medical Relief for Gaza
NIF grantee Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) sent a small delegation of doctors to Gaza along with medical equipment to help respond to an increasingly dire COVID-19 surge.
Highlighting Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination
After incendiary remarks by the Minister of Internal Security, NIF grantee, The Aguda – Israel’s LGBT Task Force launched a social media campaign shedding light on injustices facing LGBTQ in Israel.
NIF Crisis Action Plan
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, NIF is protecting the most marginalised and vulnerable communities, defending civil liberties and democracy, and maintaining a vibrant and strong civil society.