Social and Economic Justice
Equality requires not just human and civil rights, but also equality of opportunity: freedom from poverty, access to education, employment and affordable housing, the right to basic public services and health care. The NIF works to ensure social and economic justice for all Israelis, the unemployed and those on low wages, single parents, the elderly, Israeli Arabs, new immigrants and Mizrachim. We support groups that campaign for their rights and work for equality of opportunity for all.
A Woman’s Place Can Be in Combat
“This is a watershed moment in Israeli society and we plan to continue to stand with all women, defend our right to be present in all spheres, and protect Israeli democracy.”
April 2018
Shatil’s Public Housing Forum Saves Disabled Holocaust Survivor from Eviction
The public housing company had locked her apartment, taken her belongings, and claimed she was no longer living there.
March 2018
#MeToo in Israel as Women’s Hotline Sees Spike in Calls
The Israel Women’s Network is responding to growing awareness of sexual harassment and assault.
November 2017
Say No to Apathy
Shira Ben-Sasson Furstenberg, Chief of Staff of New Israel Fund in Israel, tells us what she’ll be reflecting on during the Kol Nidre service.
October 2017