News for Special In Uniform Jews, Druze, Christians, and Muslims are joining together for a worthy causeSpecial in Uniform marks formation of new IDF unit made up of volunteer soldiers from mixed Druze, Muslim, and Christian town. Special in Uniform soldier: 'I came to help the sea creatures survive'Special cleanup: Special in Uniform volunteers join the efforts to preserve the Mediterranean shore. Young man with autism cracks codes in top-secret IDF cyber unitItai Kaufman, 24, who received an automatic military exemption after being diagnosed with ASD. But he was determined to serve. Newest IDF recruit: 'At age 15, I woke up blind, and was sure my life was over'A dream come true: The amazing story of Daniel Defour, newest IDF recruit: 'Grateful to IDF and Special in Uniform for opening the door.' Keeping safe in the IDF amid coronavirusRoy Shifman is a proud soldier. He also has cerebral palsy and is confined to a wheelchair, but that doesn’t stop him from his duties. Soldiers with disabilities return to military bases following six-week furloughSoldiers from the IDF’s Special in Uniform project return to bases brimming with motivation and ready to continue defending the country. Mother’s Day: Son beats the odds and serves in the IDFDaniel Tabarzar was diagnosed with William’s Syndrome as a baby - yet he defied the odds and is now in the IDF’s Special in Uniform program. Druze commander delivers food to Bnei Brak’s disadvantagedIDF Major Rami Hassan and soldiers from Special in Uniform are chosen to join the official torch-lighting ceremony on Mount Herzl. 'Special' soldiers are facilitating coronavirus testingA win-win situation: 'Special in Uniform' soldiers facilitate coronavirus testing. Proud in Uniform: A New Year of hope and contribution to societyAfter a yearlong journey, 9 Special-in-Uniform volunteers are inducted into the IDF and receive their soldier’s IDs. North American immigrant with autism joins Israeli military'It’s a win-win situation for the country, the soldiers, and for me,' new soldier Michael says. Blind soldier awarded Presidential Medal of ExcellenceEducational officer Sergeant Ori Salmon, who insisted on joining IDF despite being born blind, becomes 1 of 120 soldiers to receive award. This young autistic soldier never stopped believing in himselfIn honor of World Autism Day, Shachak Shriki, diagnosed with autism at the age of 15, tells how he joined the IDF. IDF celebrates Purim with heartwarming induction ceremonyFour special youth join the IDF in a personalized induction ceremony. Families: 'It's a Purim miracle.' 'Special wings for special soldiers'Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with soldiers from the Special in Uniform program, awarding them special recognition. Rivlin hosts "Special in Uniform" soldiersThe President hosted IDF's special needs soldiers who are part of the "Special in Uniform" program. Knesset marks International Day of Persons with DisabilitiesSpecial in Uniform soldiers are guests of honor in the Knesset and enjoy cross-party support and commendation. Watch: Special needs soldiers attend Memorial Day ceremonySoldiers with physical disabilities participate in IDF Memorial Day ceremony in Jerusalem. Coming full circle ahead of PassoverNew squadron of Special in Uniform receives their caps and wings. MKs meet with JNF to encourage inclusion in IsraelJNF representatives, Knesset members, meet to discuss inclusion of people with disabilities. With special recruits, Israeli pilots fly higherMeet Orly Lahat, a retired F-16 pilot, and his son Omer, a teen with cerebral palsy who today a proud soldier in the IDF. IDF's newest special needs program inaugurates K-9 unitIDF holds graduation ceremony for soldiers in the 'Special in Uniform' program's new dogs (K-9) unit. Lighting up the world with inclusionIDF commanders attend swearing-in ceremony for 12 soldiers with disabilities joining the Home Front Command. IDF mission receives global supportIDF 'Special in Uniform' which allows teens with special needs to serve and integrate into Israel's social fabric wows supporters worldwide. Disabled Israeli soldiers aid Mexico earthquake rescue effortThey are members of the JNF-supported 'Special in Uniform' program, which integrates young people with disabilities into the IDF. PM to blind soldier: You deserve to serveBlind soldier turns to PM Netanyahu with three wishes; Netanyahu grants two of them - and IDF welcomes new Air Force soldier. Watch: Soldier with cerebral palsy gets her “wings”Young woman who defied expectations her entire life does it again and becomes full-fledged DF soldier. Trailblazing hero wins Presidential Award for VolunteerismFounder of Special in Uniform, which integrates young people with disabilities into the IDF, accepts award from President Rivlin. Hero who foiled terror attack leads fight for disabled soldiersAriel Almog, who heroically foiled terror attack, is recognized again for his work for disabled soldiers looking to integrate into the IDF. Watch: Rivlin honors outstanding soldiers with disabilitiesPresident Reuven Rivlin honors 30 outstanding soldiers with disabilities from the Special in Uniform program. Israeli teen with CP beats the odds, becomes IDF soldierTeen with cerebral palsy fulfills dream of serving in the IDF. IDF soldiers with disabilities celebrate Tu Bishvat'Special in Uniform' helps disabled IDF soldiers find their unique mission, plant trees for Tu Bishvat. PM joins soldiers with disabilities at graduation of IAF pilotsPM meets with IDF soldiers with disabilities at graduation ceremony for IAF pilots, says strong armies include people with disabilities. The story of a special Israeli firefighterAn intellectually challenged youngster stops at nothing to fulfill his dream of becoming an Israeli firefighter. 'Disabled in workplace' bill expected to passA bill which would require large government bodies to meet a quota of 5% disabled employees approved for final Knesset vote. Disabled IDF volunteer receives award for serviceYoung man with disability volunteered for IDF service, recognized for contributions to state. Heartwarming: Overcoming disabilities to defendLotan has struggled with cerebral palsy her whole life - now thanks to a special program, she is realizing her dream as an IDF soldier. |
