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.
Rejecting Segregation in Israeli Hospitals: Part 2
One municipality’s decision to remove an anti-segregation billboard isn’t stopping progressive Israelis.
May 2016
Changing Lives and Empowering Women in Jaffa
With the help of NIF grantee Arous Elbahar, one woman has embraced her new career as an independent chef.
April 2016
Rejecting Segregation in Israeli Hospitals
Troubling reports that maternity wards were segregating Jewish and Arab mothers drove progressive Israelis to respond.
April 2016
NIF Grantees Respond to Shooting in Hebron
Shocking footage of a shooting in Hebron has led to a fierce debate over human rights, security, and incitement.
April 2016
