Civil & Human Rights
Israel’s Declaration of Independence says: “Israel will ensure complete equality of social and political rights to all its inhabitants irrespective of religion, race or gender; it will guarantee freedom of religion, conscience, language, education and culture.” NIF supports groups and projects working to fulfil this vision. From women’s and LGBT rights, to the relationship between synagogue and state, to protecting the rights of Jewish and non-Jewish minorities, NIF has founded, funded, trained or otherwise supported every significant human and civil rights organisation in Israel.
Jewish Extremist Convicted of Murder
The man was responsible for a deadly attack in the West Bank village of Duma in 2015 that killed a Palestinian family.
May 2020
Ending Government Incentives for Performances in Settlements
Following an ACRI petition, Israel’s Supreme Court ruled to discontinue to financial incentives for performances in West Bank settlements.
May 2020
“Deposit Law” Struck Down, Helping Asylum Seekers
Following a petition from several NIF grantees, the Israeli government must return money it had confiscated from asylum seekers’ earnings.
May 2020
Combating Intrusive Cellphone Surveillance
A petition filed by NIF grantees becomes the first Supreme Court hearing to be broadcast live.
April 2020
