grantmaking with a gender lens
grantmaking with a gender lens
A brief article that explores the unique and vital role women play in frontline and home-front situations, the role philanthropy plays in supporting women, particularly in marginalized groups, and how to consider comprehensive grant-making strategies.
October 7 Impacts on Women
grantmaking with a gender lens
A comparative study of the gender aspects of the October 2023 “Iron Swords” war that followed the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, in view of international research on the unique gender effects of crises on women.
October 7 Herstory
Herstory at hadassah Foundation
A closer look at the "October 7 HerStory" project, initiated by the Eden Association, aimed to document the experiences of Israeli women affected by the October 7th massacre, focusing on their traumas, shared fears, and diverse perspectives.
Herstory at hadassah Foundation
Herstory at hadassah Foundation
“We are proud to assist women in shedding the societal blame and harnessing the strength within themselves for a personal healing and growth journey,” said Ronit Shoval, CEO of the Eden Association at the opening of their exhibit at the Hadassah Foundation.
Niv Nirel -- modern day israeli romeo and juliet
Niv Nirel -- legacies initiative keeps victims alive
Tragic stories must be told. It’s important that the world learn the lessons of what has happened to our people, but we also need to tell the stories of the superpowers of these amazing young and old people who were killed on Oct. 7,
Niv Nirel -- legacies initiative keeps victims alive
Niv Nirel -- legacies initiative keeps victims alive
The new Niv Nirel Center realizes the vision of Nirel Zini and Niv Raviv, who came from families on the opposite sides of the religious spectrum and together wanted to help society
investing in women
Pew Report on Jewish Americans
Today, only three out of 37 senior officers in the IDF are female, and women make up only 5% of brigadier generals. These positions are important not only for Israel’s security, but also as launching pads to political and other esteemed careers in Israel.
Pew Report on Jewish Americans
Pew Report on Jewish Americans
If you want to make a difference in Jewish philanthropy, fund women.. As the author writes: as the CEO of a Jewish nonprofit focused on building a world in which women and girls might thrive, .if you dig into the findings of a Pew report on Jewish Americans, you’ll see that investing in women is investing in Jewish community and life.
Mental health crisis in Israel
Mental health crisis in Israel
As reported in The Times of Israel, Health Minister Uriel Busso promises to upgrade mental health system; survivors and the bereaved share stories, encourage people not to be afraid to get help.