Disability
Side by Side: Helping people with disabilities connect socially
The founder of Side by Side, Jacki Edry, is a mother of five, one of whom, a 29-year-old son, is on the autism spectrum.
Choosing life, building hope: Former hostage turns to disability advocacy to honor wife, daughters
Maccabi Haifa amputee team wins conference cup
Israeli projects for disabled children place first, second in Helen Hamlyn Center Fixperts awards
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.
Danel Group: A tale of resilience and growth amidst adversity
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.
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.
This is how wheelchair-bound ex-soldiers can still hike in Israel
As a result of the efforts of Omer Zur – a veteran and son of a wheelchair-using retired IDF officer – paraplegics can participate in hikes that go off-road, even venturing into rough terrain.
Paralympics-Not just broken records: 2,700 repairs undertaken on prosthetic limbs, equipment
During the Paris Paralympics, Ottobock's rapid repairs, including fixing a wheelchair mid-game, ensured athletes could continue competing effectively.
Disability rights NGO challenges Gaza protest NY county mask ban with lawsuit
To the chagrin of American anti-Israel activists, mask bans had advanced in other states.
First deaf Miss South Africa crowned amid controversy over finalist's heritage
Mia le Roux, the first deaf Miss South Africa, won despite controversy surrounding Chidimma Adetshina, who withdrew amid xenophobic backlash.
How does the Amit Melave project change the lives of amputees?
A Amit Melave project by the Lottery & Next Step connects amputees, offering emotional support, tools for daily challenges.
SHESEK: Helping Israel's disabled civilians post-Oct. 7
SHESEK is a Hebrew acronym for “rehabilitation and sports in the community,” but the organization focuses on much more than that.