News for Poverty![]() Fear of the populace behind calls for prolonging lockdownsCoronavirus lockdown in countries such as South Africa led to suffering for the poor, control through draconian rules without the benefit of a government like Israel's, that cares for its citizens. What will happen when it ends?![]() 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.’ |