Disability
Shalem Foundation CEO: Investing in people with disabilities strengthens Israel’s entire society
At the Jerusalem Post Miami Conference, Shalem Foundation CEO Monik Konfino detailed a national model linking policy, local action and care.
Mission driven: founders explain how startups compete with big-tech salaries
Disability inclusion cannot start with adults, it starts in school - opinion
Diaspora youth mark Disability Awareness Month in inclusive race at Israeli rehabilitation village
Beit Issie Shapiro: Breaking barriers for Israelis with disabilities
Beit Issie’s vision is clear: Every person with a disability deserves equal rights and the opportunity to participate in communal life.
From fortress to welcome mat: Accessibility at the Tower of David
Elevators, ramps, and tactile exhibits now make 85% of the site accessible, a feat that required removing a vaulted medieval roof to install an elevator.
‘A moment I will never forget’: North American youth race for disability inclusion
At the finish line, ADI residents, special education students, and rehabilitation patients met the runners so all could complete the race side by side in “the spirit of inclusion."
Technology in the service of accessibility for people with disabilities
several Israeli apps that help people with disabilities improve quality of life and integration into the workforce.
NISKO SMART supports war victims with disabilities
The TECH FOR HEROES project enhances the daily lives of disabled soldiers by providing accessible, independent living through technological solutions, making a significant impact on their routines.
Using AI to better support adults with autism, other disabilities
On Monday, an Israel conference focused on autism and how artificial intelligence could help millions of people integrate into civil society, cultural events, and the job market.
Creating a compassionate society for Israel’s newly disabled after the war - opinion
Advocating for accessibility and care for Israel’s disabled citizens.
#Love_Kav campaign brings disability awareness to Israel's public transport
“It was particularly important to us for people to understand that public transportation is something that we rely upon heavily,” said initiative participant Shalom Lev.
Global conference strives to make Old City accessible for people with disabilities
Tower of David Jerusalem Museum will host representatives from across the globe to discuss the challenges and solutions of making historic sites and cities accessible.
Introducing Marissa Bode, the actor making ‘Wicked’ history
“I love seeing disabled characters be played authentically by real disabled people, because no one knows us better than us,” Bode told The Los Angeles Times.
