 Breaking : Poverty in Israel continues to rise amid COVID-19 pandemicNow more than ever, poverty in Israel is on the rise. Yad Ezra V'Shulamit has been helping many families through this difficult time. Israeli economic growth overshadows struggles of working poorDespite massive economic growth in Israel over the past 15 years, almost 1.8 million Israelis remain below the poverty line. President Carter - remember him?Perhaps it is my unshakeable negative impression of President Carter that turns-me-off to anything admirable someone has to say about him. This biography admires the man most Jews abhor. Half of world’s poor are childrenNew statistics show 1.3 billion live in multidimensional poverty, and 879 million are at risk of joining them.Bar Ilan's first Nigerian student aims to reduce poverty at homeBar-Ilan University's first Nigerian international MBA student launches business venture aimed at alleviating poverty in Africa. Fighting the waste of food in IsraelFood rescue can eliminate food insecurity in Israel, BDO economist tells Arutz Sheva. 'Build bypass roads to prevent future murders'Welfare Minister demands PM explain why the number of houses being built is far lower than the number of houses approved. Needy students receive brand-new backpacksHaredi organization distributes backpacks, school supplies, to secular needy children. Jewish teen recognized for providing Africans with soapArmed with soap, Sydney Kamen targets disease and poverty in the Third World. It's not an incentive for parents - it's a grant for children!MK Merav Ben-Ari responds to Arutz Sheva's article on school grants. With comments by Arutz Sheva. Report shows link between divorce, poverty ratesIsraeli nonprofit turns to Welfare Minister, requests change in divorce Israeli policy. More than 1 in 5 Israelis living below poverty lineMore than 20 percent of Israelis are living below the poverty line, the annual poverty report finds. Israeli Ethiopians are doing better than everGovernment sees 39% drop in number of Ethiopians relying on welfare income supplements. Fighting poverty during Pesach - and all year longOn Pesach we celebrate Jewish liberation from slavery - but many today are still groaning under the burden of poverty. Watch: Sanders denies poor white people existAsked about racial blind spots, Bernie Sanders says, 'when you're white you don't know what it's like to live in a ghetto or be poor.' Israel has 3rd highest gap between rich and poor21 percent of Israelis live below the poverty line, making Israel country with the highest percentage in the west. Poverty statistics inflated, says MKJewish Home's Smotrich says while gaps are worrisome, today's poor are much less poor than those of 20 years ago.MKs livid over poverty reportLeft skewers Netanyahu, calls for commission of inquiry over abysmal poverty statistics; solutions focus on incentives for working poor. One in three Israeli children live in povertyAnnual poverty report reveals one in five Israelis total are under rising poverty line, Zionist Camp slams Netanyahu for 'burying' citizens. Generosity at Meir Panim Tiberias free restaurantFighting poverty with dignity and respect. Kulanu MK: Poverty behind 'Arab revolt'Head of Knesset Welfare Committee says he's sure if poverty rate in Arab sector were lower 'fewer Arabs would support wave of terrorism.' Watch: Chef Shines Spotlight on Israel's PoorIn a video designed to bring home the difficulties poor Israelis face, celebrity chef Haim Cohen tried to “prepare a meal out of nothing.” 1 in 10 Israelis Skip Hot Meals Due to PovertyPoll shows Israelis generally happy with life, but poverty still effects a significant portion, particularly among Arabs and haredim. Most Holocaust Survivors Worldwide in PovertySpecial advisor on Holocaust issues in Washington warns: about 50% of survivors worldwide live in poverty, need urgent help.Holocaust Survivors Still Living in Dire StraitsA new survey published ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day shows that a quarter of survivors in Israel live below the poverty line. 'Apathy and Indifference Our Greatest Dangers'Upon receiving the Democracy Index, President Rivlin called on elected officials to rebuild trust with public, while urging public to vote. Israelis Fed Up with Poverty, Corruption1/3 of Israelis facing financial difficulties, 42% believe government is corrupt - but overwhelming majority, including Arabs, patriotic. MK Moses: One in Four Children Go to Bed HungryUTJ MK Menachem Eliezer Moses attacks current government at special Knesset session devoted to discussing recent poverty reports. National Council: 55% Rise in Child PovertyNational Council for the Child finds one in three Israeli children live below poverty line, percentage quadrupled in last few decades. Israel Prize Winner Eli Elaluf Joins KulanuEli Elaluf, a social activist who served on the Knesset Committee for Combating Poverty, announced Thursday he is joining Kulanu. 'Left and Right Equally Guilty for Poverty''Peres's talk of poverty infuriating,' former MK and Israeli Black Panthers leader tells Arutz Sheva, says Left and Right equally to blame. Danon: Israel Paying the Price for LapidFollowing the publication of Latet's Alternative Poverty Report, Yesh Atid, Likud and Shimon Peres quickly strike up blame game.Yesh Atid: Child Poverty is a Badge of Shame on PMYesh Atid blames Netanyahu after Latet releases report showing 1 in 3 children in Israel live below the poverty line. Likud and Peres in Showdown Over Social JusticePeres charges PM 'all talk,' at which Likud lists achievements and asks 'what has left done?'; 'Peres's b-day could have fed thousands.' Yehimovich Blames Netanyahu for Israeli PovertyAfter publication of report that over 700,000 children live below poverty line in Israel, ex-Labor head blames PM's economic policies. Bill: Cancel Debts in Honor of ShmittaJustice Minister Tzipi Livni's proposal to cancel debts for families owing less than 400,000 shekel passes Committee vote. Rivlin Launches 'Shmittah Project' to Help PoorProject to help 5,000 families in need, evaluate how Israel handles poverty. Rivlin: 'All Israel responsible for one another.'War on Poverty a 'Historic Moment,' Says MinisterThe government will allocate NIS 1.7 billion ($550 million) to the war on poverty in the 2015 budget. Emergency Aid Sent to Ukrainian Jewish RefugeesAs Rosh Hashana approaches, some 5,000 Jews remain homeless, despite ceasefire between government and pro-Russian forces. A Year of Relief and Service for Israel’s NeedyHow you can help give the more than 1.5 million Israelis in poverty a truly happy New Year. Report: To Cut Poverty, Govt. Must Spend MoneyIsrael needs to invest money in order to lower the poverty rate, a Knesset-appointed panel said in a report released Monday Poor Not Taking Advantage of Free Dental CareThe law authorizing free dental care is not having the desired effect, a study shows. Israel Starts Free Legal Representation for PoorThe Israel Lawyers Forum has authorized rules to appoint attorneys for those who cannot afford to pay for them. 50% of Holocaust Survivors Live Below Poverty LineShocking statistics show many survivors living off of less than 3,000 shekels per month - but that may change soon, MK says.Group: 12% of Israelis Got Holiday Food HelpThe Chasdei Naomi assistance organization said that 12% of Israelis had received some form of food assistance for Passover. Mesika: Leftist Hypocrites Blame Right for PovertyLeftist politicians are being very cynical and dishonest by blaming poverty in Israel on 'the settlers,' said Gershon Mesika. International Monetary Fund: Israel's GDP StableIsrael's GDP continues to grow, according to new report - but unemployment in specific populations continue to threaten that growth. Anger as Mayor Blocks Housing for Hareidi JewsMayor of Lod holds up housing project, says he doesn’t want ‘socio-economically weak’ hareidi Jews making his city poorer. MK: Worried About Poverty? Restore Child PaymentsMK Chetboun reacts to poverty report with call to restore slashed benefits. ‘Child payments mean bread, milk.’ Shas Attacks Government over ‘Poverty Storm’Shas party head Aryeh Deri warns of ‘poverty storm’ as data shows 1.7 million under poverty line, including 23% of elderly.Israeli Poverty Still High Despite Strong EconomyHigh unemployment among Arab women, hareidi men contributes towards Israel ranking bottom out of 35 OECD states. Meir Panim Serves Hot Food Seasoned with KindnessRestaurant-style soup kitchen in northern Israel provides those in need with nutrition - and dignity.Israel's Vulnerable at Risk from CutsYad Ezra V'Shulamit is helping Israel's poor to cope with budget cuts that have worsened their plight. Making Rosh HaShana Possible for Needy IsraelisPre-paid food cards aim to grant families in need "the dignity to make their celebrations special and joyful.” Lapid Proud of ‘Historic’ Child Benefits Cut‘We’re moving from benefits culture to work culture,’ Finance Minister boasts as child benefits are slashed. Carmiel: 600 Homeless, 'There Have Been Suicides'Six hundred families are waiting for public housing in Carmiel, but none is available. ‘This is a powder keg.’ Met Council Head: 50% of New York Jews in PovertyWilliam Rapfogel explains why the council believes in “piling on the services," talks about helping "the Jews we've been in denial about." |
