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.
Responding to the Gaza Crisis
The terrible situation along the Israel-Gaza border deteriorated to a new low last week.
May 2018
Confronting Police Brutality in Haifa
Video shows Jafar Farah calmly walking to a police cruiser after his arrest at a demonstration in Haifa on Friday night. He ended up with a broken knee.
May 2018
Trifecta of Failed Leadership
Leaders on all sides have found opportunities to scuttle chances for Israeli-Palestinian peace and drive a wedge separating the two peoples.
May 2018
Legislative Alert: Two Bills That Really Matter
The Nation-State bill and the High Court bill—both threats to Israeli democracy—will be on the agenda when the Knesset reconvenes this week.
May 2018
