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Rolene Marks is a journalist and commentator specializing in Israeli advocacy, global Jewish affairs, and Middle Eastern politics for JNS.org. A passionate advocate for Israel, she frequently appears on radio, television, and in print to provide insightful analysis and counter media bias. She is a member of Media Team Israel and Truth be Told, both dedicated to promoting accurate reporting on Israel. Additionally, she serves as the Chairperson of WIZO’s Hasbara Division, where she leads efforts in public diplomacy and advocacy.

A Telfed gathering in Herzliya brought together a cross-section of remarkable speakers who shared stories of tragedy and triumph, heroism and hope.
Jonathan Davis, head of the Raphael Recanati International School, said that even in the midst of the war with Hamas, enrollment remains steady.
The Golberg-Polin family called on the public to “do something during these 24 hours to make our complicated world a bit better.”
“Packing with a Purpose” is a way for immigrants “to help IDF soldiers and show solidarity with our Druze community,” said Telfed CEO Doron Kline.
On the sidelines of a huge pro-Palestinian “March for Humanity,” they held up a sign that read, “The enemy of humanity is Hamas.”
“The impact is immediate. You see it in their smiles, in the way they sit up straighter, in their heartfelt thanks.”
CEO Duby Weissenstern tells JNS of plans to provide much-needed therapies to first responders and others across the country.
Ilan Ossendryver’s imperative to document the damage was paramount, especially because he felt South African media barely covered Israel’s side.
“I’ve been dealing with PTSD since the war began, but no rocket will stop me from continuing to volunteer with ZAKA,” Jamal Waraki tells JNS.