2020

Forging cross-cultural bonds ​between Russian-speaking ​communities in Germany and ​Israel through a joint initiative ​with the University of Giessen​ and Haifa museums.

2022

2023

Adapting amidst conflict, ​prioritizing assistance to new ​immigrants in Israel affected by ​the war in Ukraine.

In cooperation with NADAV ​Foundation, launching civic ​education efforts as well as ​emergency psychological support ​for new immigrants in the wake ​of regional escalation.

Since 2019, with support of DIZF Foundation, we have been ​actively involved in fostering connections within the ​international community of Russian-speaking immigrants. ​Following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, we have ​facilitated the formation of a group of Russian immigrants -​ Точка сбора or Gathering Point who oppose the war in ​Ukraine and support political prisoners in Russia. This initiative ​is part of a global movement of politically and socially active ​individuals of Russian origin activelyengaged in civic society. ​Together with NADAV Foundation, we also work to raise ​awareness among our community members about current ​social and political issues in Israel. One of our top priorities is ​the support and integration of newly immigrated nonprofit ​professionals and civic activists into Israeli civil society ​through educational programs, training sessions, and ​networking events.

Our recent initiative, EmpowerHer, is dedicated to ​establishing communication channels and fostering ​dialogue and engagement among women from diverse ​communities. In collaboration with the Haifa's Feminist ​Center Isha l'Isha, we have developed a Leadership ​Course for women activists who have recently ​immigrated to Israel. This course aims to enhance their ​knowledge and skills, foster empowerment, and promote ​effective advocacy for gender equality and social change. ​Additionally, we offer support groups for women facing ​challenges during the immigration process, addressing ​issues such as maternity, self-esteem, and more. ​Through EmpowerHer, we strive to create a unified ​platform where women can share their experiences, learn ​from each other, and work together towards a more ​inclusive and equitable society.

We also recognize the importance of supporting the younger ​generation, particularly those grappling with immigration ​challenges and war-related traumas. In collaboration with Teen ​Academy Kaskad Project - a project-based school for informal ​education, we have launched a program designed to foster ​dialogue between teenagers and their urban environments through ​cultural, artistic, digital and eco-oriented practices. This initiative ​brings together teenagers from diverse cultural backgrounds to ​collaboratively reimagine the city of Haifa.

At present, we are not running any projects for teenagers.

However, we are thrilled to announce that Alexandra, our Program ​Manager, is attending the Oasis Movement International Partnership Conv​ention 2024

in V​adodara. There, she is focused on developing new initiatives in character educ​ation for young people, parents, and educators in our community.

On the 30th of August, following Berlin and Budva, Haifa hosted ​the international FreedomZone festival ❤️ for the first time, and ​we were thrilled to take part in it. One of the festival’s main ​goals was to bring attention to the challenges political prisoners ​and their families face. The event featured performances by fine ​artists, poets, musicians, activists and local business. As part of ​the festival, we held a workshop where over a hundred ​postcards were created for political prisoners. Even more ​importantly, we raised 1,480 shekels in donations! These funds ​have already been directed to support the prisoners of the​ Tyumen Case, who are set to face five trials in the coming two ​months, and to prepare a food box for the wife of political ​prisoner Igor Maltsev.