Youth
Nirim – Changing the lives of high-risk youth in Israel
“It doesn’t matter where you came from, whether you have a criminal record, or what mistakes you have made. If you are willing to work hard and change, the sky is the limit."
Four minors face murder charges in killing of Destao Tzakul, indictment expected soon
Nirim Youth Village head discusses turning trauma into strength at 'Post' conference
Court extends detention of sixteen minors arrested for Independence Day murder of Yemano Zalka
Second Hashomer Hachadash youth conference opens with series of activities in the Gaza Envelope
The “Envelope to Envelope” initiative connects a long trail with memorial seating areas featuring stories of fallen heroes
'Only my best friend knows I’m Jewish’: French Jewish teens tell US ambassador of hidden identity
Nine members of CTeen France met US Ambassador Charles Kushner in Paris on May 4, discussing life as Jewish teens in France during a two-hour conversation at the ambassador’s residence.
Boy arrested for throwing brick at school security guard during argument, injuring girl
Police in Jaffa responded to reports of a violent incident at the entrance gate to a local school when a 15-year-old boy arrived and began arguing with a security guard.
Tame the phenomenon: The frightening increase in youth crime needs to be handled - editorial
Study after study has warned that prolonged instability, trauma, isolation, and disrupted schooling harm children’s mental health, weaken belonging, and can surface in violence.
Quarter of Americans, almost half of US youth, support Hamas over Israel, Harvard Harris poll finds
A new Harvard poll shows 74% of Americans support Israel, but nearly half of the youth polled back Hamas. Generational divides emerge in views on the Middle East conflict.
Focusing on youth: The next front in fighting antisemitism - opinion
Nearly 30% of terrorism-related arrests in the EU in 2024 involved individuals aged 12 to 20, with the overwhelming majority linked to jihadist extremism.
'This will be an all out war': Israel Police launch operation clamping down on youth crime
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said that the operation would reflect a "zero tolerance" approach to those who "disrupt public order, undermine governance, and harm citizens."
Israeli youth maintain positive moods amid global life satisfaction crisis, war - opinion
"In Israel, the reality encountered within the IDF is harsh, but ultimately produces something far healthier - far more communal and meaningful," researcher Anat Fanti says.
Young Israeli voters shifting right, Netanyahu leads as preferred candidate - poll
A recent survey reveals a significant shift in young Israeli voters' political preferences, with a growing right-wing alignment and strong support for Netanyahu.
Only 30% of young people in Israel optimistic about future, Aluma survey reveals
The data reflects the feelings of the young people participating in the survey, but paints a worrying picture that is mirrored in Aluma’s ongoing work in the field.
