Disability

The invisible scar is the one we refuse to see - opinion

Special in Uniform, a joint initiative with JNF USA, integrates young people with special needs into meaningful IDF service while creating powerful human connections that extend beyond the military.

Nitzan Yuval.
Matan Koch speaks at Ikar, his Los Angeles synagogue, on Disability Shabbat, Oct. 18, 2025.

Matan Koch, disability advocate who urged Jewish communities to ‘let everyone in,’ dies at 44

Oran Almog and Etgarim CEO Nir HaCohen.

Where disability meets determination

Illustrative, a woman in a wheelchair outside a bomb shelter in Tel Aviv.

Israel's deadly neglect: Disability rights ignored in emergency plans - opinion


‘Just be you': How Israel can support individuals with disabilities - opinion

Whereas many people view getting out of bed and coming to work as an obligation, for many employees with disabilities, going to work is welcomed and a source of excitement and recognition.

 Israel Elwyn Bus Campaign

Israeli Olympic athletes empower children with physical disabilities at Kibbutz Tzora

The Olympic Committee of Israel organized the program in cooperation with the non-profit organization “Go Baby Go Israel” to promote mobility, independence, and inclusion.

Israeli Olympians meet with children in Kibbutz Tzora.

Scientists try to prove link between Amazon gold mining and disabilities in babies

While scientists have warned of the risks that mercury could pose to Indigenous children in the Amazon, none have established a causal link to disabilities in their communities.

Indigenous women and children sit in a waiting room during a mission by researchers from the Brazilian public health institute Fiocruz to investigate health disorders among Munduruku Indigenous people that are potentially linked to mercury contamination caused by illegal gold mining, in Sai Cinza vi

Millions in public funds stolen in large-scale autism fraud scheme

According to the investigation, the main suspect operated through her privately owned company, offering families “assistance” in applying for disability benefits for their children.

  New Israeli Shekel banknotes and coins are seen in this picture illustration taken November 9, 2021.

Israel's Guy Sasson starts strong in singles, doubles at US Open

Despite the straightforward win, Sasson acknowledged the nerves of opening matches at a Grand Slam and praised his opponents.

WITH WINS in both singles and doubles under his belt, Israel's Guy Sasson carries momentum – and confidence – into the heart of the US Open.

Israel Railways settles with Paralympic medalist over gender discrimination case

A supervisor demanded that Roni Ohayon give up a seat for the disabled because an ultra-Orthodox man refused to sit next to her.

Israel's Roni Ohayon in action during women's goalball at the IBSA World Games in Coventry, Britain August 21, 2023.

Surfing beyond limits where the sea meets the soul

The growing surf community at Posseable is transforming lives through inclusion, trust, and the power of the ocean.

Posseable: "There’s something natural about being among people with shared interests, regardless of ability."

Social media matchmaker accused of defrauding thousands of shekels from disabled clients

The defendant is alleged to have also robbed victims at gunpoint, using an airsoft gun to imitate a real weapon.

Police operate against a criminal organization.

Special Olympics Young Athletes: The inspiring program in Israel for children with disabilities

Beyond the impact on children, the program also positively affects families and the broader environment.

YEDIDYA GROSS, age 4, takes part in a Special Olympics Young Athletes session – building strength, confidence, and joy through inclusive play.

New emergency center launched to aid disabled Israelis during missile attacks

The initiative provides immediate, life-saving assistance to those who are often left unprotected in moments of crisis.

 The 'Purple War Room' emergency center to Help Israelis with disabilities during wartime.