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Leah Shakdiel, Orthodox Female Rabbi and Proud Iconoclast
Israeli Scene
Leah Shakdiel, Orthodox Female Rabbi and Proud Iconoclast
by
Linda Gradstein
Rabbi Shakdiel is active in numerous peace efforts as well as in her local municipality of Yerucham.
Israeli Scene
The Old City Gets an Accessibility Makeover
by
Linda Gradstein
Along with physical improvements to ease access, a smartphone app allows anyone with a stroller or wheelchair to map out an accessible route within the Old City.
Israeli Scene
Coexistence on the Menu at Izak Hummus in Jerusalem
by
Linda Gradstein
Izak hummus cafe is co-owned by Samir Kanwane, who is Arab, and Gal Itach, who is Jewish.
Israeli Scene
Female Kashrut Supervisors Find Work in Israel
by
Linda Gradstein
There are five female kashrut supervisors—along with 10 men—associated with the liberal Orthodox Tzohar certification organization.
Israeli Scene
Prominent Journalist Caroline Glick Seeks Knesset Seat
by
Linda Gradstein
Glick is entering politics as a candidate with the New Right Party, headed by Education Minister Naftali Bennet and Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked
Israeli Scene
Michal Yudin Empowers Israeli Women to Enter Politics
by
Linda Gradstein
Yudin's WePower offers training programs for aspiring female politicians as well as educational efforts to get out the vote in Israel.
Israeli Scene
Budo for Peace in the Middle East
by
Linda Gradstein
An Israeli nonprofit is using martial arts—also known as budo—to unite youth from diverse backgrounds to foster coexistence and dialogue.