Religious Freedom
To fulfil the vision of its founders, Israel must always be a country for all its citizens, including all its Jews, whatever their beliefs, background and practices. NIF works to promote religious freedom in Israel, to foster a more tolerant society that embraces the rich diversity of Jewish identity, and that creates a sphere of non-religious, civil law for all Israeli citizens.
Saying No to Homophobia
Jerusalem Open House for Pride and Tolerance takes a stand against the granting of a prestigious award to a vehemently homophobic Rabbi.
March 2020
Religious Freedom Victory: Public Transportation on Shabbat
Several Israeli municipalities successfully expand public transportation hours to Saturdays.
January 2020
New Haredim – progressive ideals in the ultra-Orthodox community
Growing up in Jerusalem, Pnina Pfeuffer dreamed about building homes for the starving African children she saw in Time magazine pictures. The daughter of an ultra-Orthodox family whose parents hailed from Brooklyn and Minneapolis, she grew up with a sense of responsibility for others and the belief that she can make a difference.
December 2019
Gender-segregated concert in Afula condemned after court petition by the Israel Women’s Network
Gender-segregated concert in Afula condemned after court petition by the Israel Women’s Network
September 2019