Disability

Warriors of Israel rebrands as over 90,000 wounded Israeli veterans need lifelong care, community

The organization is the official US branch of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization, established after the War of Independence with the goal of rehabilitating wounded soldiers.

A woman draws her bow at a Warriors of Israel event.
Perach Israel's rehabilitation village is home to approximately 230 adults with disabilities.

President visits Perach Israel rehabilitation village for adults with disabilities

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas addresses the general Conference of Fatah Youth in Ramallah, with a backdrop including a portrait of Abbas and Yasser Arafat, November 27, 2025; illustrative.

Supreme Court bars PA from challenging recognized disabilities in terror compensation claims

n amputee sits with others gathering to mourn Iran's slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the funeral ceremonies at the Grand Mosalla in Tehran on July 5, 2026.

Disabled Iranians deprived of state benefit payments, Tehran invests in war over welfare


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.

 MARISSA BODE attends the ‘Wicked’ New York premiere at the Museum of Modern Art earlier this month.

The Kangarooz unveiled: Transformative aid for toddlers with disabilities

A groundbreaking dynamic standing aid developed at Beit Guy in partnership with TOM.

 TOM

Turning disability into success: An unmissable inspirational evening

Four inspirational entrepreneurs share their stories at WINWORK's special event in Tel Aviv, featuring art by creators with disabilities.

 Amit Kafri for WINWORK

Because we are all equal in emergency - opinion

Two days after the war broke out, I established the Purple Emergency Center – an emergency assistance center for people with disabilities.

 ‘I dream a lot about the future. I see a stronger, more inclusive Israeli society,’ says the writer

A lifeline during war: Kesher provides for families of children with disabilities - opinion

In this time of unprecedented hardship, Kesher has been – and will continue to be – a lifeline and a beacon of hope for Israel’s special families. 

 A VOLUNTEER works with a child from a family evacuated from their home due to the war.

Shining a light on Alumot Or: Empowering people with disabilities to lead independent lives

Alumot Or champions dignity and autonomy for individuals with disabilities through a “personal suit” model. "It’s about choosing their own life path,” says CEO Ziv Magor.

 Alumot Or's Eshel HaNasi School initiation ceremony.

Memorial garden dedicated to Ruth Peretz, murdered by Hamas at Nova Music Festival

The memorial garden was dedicated to Ruth Peretz, honoring her life and special bond with her father, following their tragic deaths.

 Ruth Peretz and her father Arik at the Nova Music Festival prior to Hamas's attack on October 7 2023

Danel Group: A tale of resilience and growth amidst adversity

 Sigal Regev, Chairperson of the Danel Group.

Israeli Woman: "Happy to get rid of my leg"

Rotem Sadot reveals how the amputation became a positive turning point in her life, and how Mifal Hapais' Amit Melave project helps young amputees build a new life full of meaning.

 "I felt relieved, liberated, a new person who can now do anything"

Omer Adam joins IDF special needs band for 'unforgettable' performance

The event, reportedly attended by over 10,500 people, highlighted the talents of the musicians while emphasizing the importance of inclusion.

Israeli singer Omer Adam on stage with the Special in Uniform band in Tel Aviv, September 24, 2024