Disability
Disabled Iranians deprived of state benefit payments, Tehran invests in war over welfare
Iranian people are being denied sufficient welfare from the state, including medical costs, housing, and diapers, along with a lack of relevant authorities to distribute the supplies.
Power with a heart: Diplomatic women form new circle for disability advocacy
Israel's Toto Equals wins fourth place in Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup
Students with Down syndrome, autism graduate as teaching assistants
On Family Day and Rare Disease Awareness Day, we must fight for equality - opinion
Family Day and Rare Disease Awareness Day coincide on the calendar, and to me, this is an important reminder: Every family is a family, no matter how they came to be.
Hamas's abuse of two mentally ill Israelis shows depths of terror group's cruelty - comment
Their decade-long captivity speaks volumes about the worst of human nature, of the depth of cruelty of which humans are capable.
Resilience amid war: How Israeli nonprofits support people with disabilities
The Jerusalem Report contacted leading Israeli organizations to see how the protracted war has impacted their populations and work.
October 7, Gaza war disability stipends 5x greater than pre-war levels - comptroller
These benefits are for nearly 20,000 Israelis who will be given a disability eligibility of over 50%, the report explained, citing NII estimates.
Israel ParaSport Center welcomes Michelon as US board president
Israel ParaSport Center appoints Jon Michelon as US board president to expand opportunities for athletes with disabilities.
KKL's concert gives a night of hope for injured IDF heroes
With two recent terror attacks in Tel Aviv and Israelis anxiously awaiting the return of the remaining Gaza hostages, events such as this one are pivotal in boosting morale.
Documentary on people with special needs, ‘Exposed,’ screens in Jerusalem, Jan. 27
SHEKEL is a leading nonprofit for the inclusion of people with disabilities in the general community.
Post-stroke patients have difficulty following instructions, making rehabilitation uncertain
Researchers at the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Beersheba examined how a stroke affects the ability to follow changing instructions.
Beit Issie Shapiro: Breaking barriers for Israelis with disabilities
Beit Issie’s vision is clear: Every person with a disability deserves equal rights and the opportunity to participate in communal life.
From fortress to welcome mat: Accessibility at the Tower of David
Elevators, ramps, and tactile exhibits now make 85% of the site accessible, a feat that required removing a vaulted medieval roof to install an elevator.
