The Wire
Press releases from Israel and around the pro-Israel and Jewish world.
Therapy rooms in Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, Bat Yam and Yafo are part of the Israel Association for Child Protection’s expanded support network for children in crisis.
As Israel welcomed home the last remaining hostages in Hamas captivity, nature joined in the celebration—the country was painted yellow.
“We’re building the next chapter of the Jewish People’s story,” said event co-chair Jill Lewis.
From kibbutzim in Israel’s south to synagogues worldwide, Jews are exhaling—grateful and determined that no life and no memory be left behind.
Doug Seserman, A4BGU’s CEO for the last eight years, spearheaded the organization’s rebranding and led its response to the terrorist attacks in southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.
Amid global crises, the agency and its staff help keep hope and learning alive for students in Israel and Ukraine.
“The outpouring of support since Oct. 7 has been extraordinary—so many answered the call in Israel’s hour of need,” said Dani Naveh, president and CEO of Israel Bonds.
A visit by Melanie Shiraz sheds light on an Israeli program offering free pediatric cardiac surgery to children from developing nations.
“Being here with other families who understand the same pain is powerful,” said Meir Hershkowitz, whose son Netanel was killed in Gaza.
They remain trapped in limbo as the world debates peace, struggling to survive while holding onto the memories of the lives awaiting them.
“This mission is about more than service; it is about presence, solidarity and the extraordinary strength of Jewish women,” said Lori Palatnik, founding director of Momentum.
It opens with a “Dirty Dancing” 1960s dress-up party and screening, plus Emmy-winning comedian and actor Judy Gold receiving the Mensch award.