The answer to authoritarian populism in Israel is an inclusive, democratic future for all. Israelis from every background are building big, beautiful, and cooperative movements for social change. And their strategies are working.
Read MoreWhat the award-winning Israeli documentary film, Advocate, which opens New York’s 13th annual Other Israel Film Festival this week, teaches us about the importance of culture in achieving social change in Israel.
Read MoreIncreasing numbers of voters and responsible politicians in Israel, the United States, and beyond are saying no to corruption, xenophobia, and the politics of “us versus them.”
Read MoreWilliam P. Becker shares reflections from a recent New Israel Fund study tour.
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Keep up with the most important issues in Israeli democracy with our informative video series: Glad You Asked!
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On Sunday, September 22, 2019 we kicked off NIF’s 40th anniversary gatherings in our founding city of San Francisco with the Guardian of Democracy Dinner.
Read MoreAs NIF celebrates our 40th anniversary, and as many of us head to synagogues this week to mark the Jewish New Year, the future is yet unclear. What we have to guide us is a powerful vision for Israel’s future – and an unshakable committment to our values.
Read MoreThough President Rivlin has recommended Benjamin Netanyahu to take the first pass at forming a coalition, Israel’s politics remain tied in a political knot — and possibly deadlock.
Read MoreDuring the previous election, the New Israel Fund provided regular updates about issues affecting equality and democracy in What to Watch in Israeli Democracy. Now, as Israel gears up for a second election within a year, the New Israel Fund will continue to provide regular updates on the issues that matter most.
Read MoreOn the eve of Israel’s elections, we’re fighting back against voter suppression and a disastrous plan to annex the West Bank.
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