elanagoodwin, Author at The Jewish Agency for Israel

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The Jewish Agency for Israel – Roaring Lion Update 3/12/26

As missile attacks continue to impact communities across Israel, The Jewish Agency is mobilizing emergency assistance and support services to help those whose lives have been suddenly upended.

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Jewish Agency Launches ‘Roaring Lion Fund’ to Provide Emergency Assistance to Victims of Iranian Missile Attacks

The fund is launched and operated with support from The Jewish Federations of North America, Keren Hayesod, World Zionist Organization, and additional donors.

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The Jewish Agency Fears Holy Places Law Amendment Risks Deepening Jewish Divisions

In response to the Knesset advancing a bill that would grant the Chief Rabbinate exclusive authority over holy places, The Jewish Agency for Israel issued a statement expressing concern that the amendment risks deepening divisions within the Jewish people.

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From October 6 To October 7: Doron Almog Documentary Recounts Life Between War, Loss and Hope

"From October 6 To October 7,” a new documentary chronicling the life of Major General (Res.) Doron Almog, Chairman of the Executive at The Jewish Agency for Israel, had its international premiere during the 37th Israel Film Festival in Los Angeles on February 15th, followed by a Q&A featuring Almog, in an event sponsored by The Jewish Agency.

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Homeless With a Baby After A Missile Strike

When a missile's shockwave destroyed their home, Itzik and Shani, and their nine-month-old baby, lost everything in an instant and were left displaced. The Jewish Agency's Roaring Lion Fund immediately offered the family critical support to help them, ensuring they did not face the aftermath alone.

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A Broken Hip & October 7 Memories

As sirens went off in Israel, Sandra, 86, broke her hip attempting to reach the safe room in her grandson’s home. Representatives from The Jewish Agency promptly reached out to Sandra’s grandson and his wife, who suffers from PTSD from the October 7 attacks, to offer vital support through our Roaring Lion Fund as Sandra recovers.

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Evacuated from Beit Shemesh

After her home in Beit Shemesh was damaged on February 28 when a rocket landed feet from her house, Chana was evacuated to a hotel in Jerusalem. Jewish Agency staff visited her to provide support and relay the message that she is not alone.

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After Surgery, A Showing of Support

When a missile struck their farm, 40 pregnant sheep were killed and Abed, 17, was severely injured in the leg by shrapnel. The day after his operation, Jewish Agency staff visited Abed in the hospital, bringing critical financial support for his family.

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A Safe Room Miracle

Rina's safe room saved her life on February 28 when a rocket directly struck her home in Petach Tikvah, destroying the entire house except the safe room. Having lost everything, Rina, 78, is grateful to be receiving critical support from The Jewish Agency.

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Witness to Munich: The Karen James Story

In Witness to Munich, Karen James courageously recounts her harrowing experience at the 1972 Munich Olympics and reflects on how that tragedy helped shape her life and her values.

The Jewish Agency for Israel – Roaring Lion Update 3/12/26

Jewish Agency Launches ‘Roaring Lion Fund’ to Provide Emergency Assistance to Victims of Iranian Missile Attacks

The Jewish Agency Fears Holy Places Law Amendment Risks Deepening Jewish Divisions

From October 6 To October 7: Doron Almog Documentary Recounts Life Between War, Loss and Hope

Homeless With a Baby After A Missile Strike

A Broken Hip & October 7 Memories

Evacuated from Beit Shemesh

After Surgery, A Showing of Support

A Safe Room Miracle

Witness to Munich: The Karen James Story

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