The Next Chapter of Women’s Safety
The Next Chapter of Women’s Safety Vayetzei (Genesis 28:10-32:3) In the Torah, Rachel and Leah are promised, exchanged, desired, overlooked. Their lives are shaped by the decisions of men, and their voices barely appear in the text. And yet, From these two women comes an entire people. From the margins, they forge a future. These […]
Taking Back Control: Women, Technology, and Safety
Taking Back Control: Women, Technology, and Safety This week at Tel Aviv University, over a thousand women and men gathered for NA’AMAT’s national conference marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. This year’s theme, “Everything is Under Control”, focused on one of the fastest-growing and least understood forms of abuse: technology-facilitated […]
NA’AMAT USA at the World Zionist Congress
NA’AMAT USA at the World Zionist Congress: Standing Strong for Women and Israel Dear Friends, This past week, NA’AMAT women from around the world gathered in Jerusalem for the 39th World Zionist Congress. We came to represent NA’AMAT’s values – care, equality, and connection – and to ensure that the voices of women who build […]
NA’AMAT NOW: Fall 2024
NA’AMAT Israel takes creative approach to battling domestic violence By Sharon Sutker McGowan Olga is a 29-year-old woman who came to NA’AMAT’s domestic violence shelter in Tel Aviv with her 1-year-old daughter after enduring emotional abuse and physical violence for three years. Today she is a professional at a firm that does architectural drawings, earning […]
Inside NA’AMAT’s Women’s Shelter
Inside NA’AMAT’s Women’s Shelter: A Lifeline for Women and Children in Israel When women and children flee abusive homes, they need more than just a roof over their heads. They need safety, healing, and the chance to rebuild. At the NA’AMAT Center for Women and Families in Tel Aviv, survivors find exactly that — a […]
A Lifeline in Crisis
A Lifeline in Crisis: NA’AMAT’s Anonymous Hotline for Women in Israel When women in Israel face moments of crisis — whether domestic abuse, trauma, divorce, custody battles, or financial hardship — one phone call can change everything. For thousands of women, that call is to the NA’AMAT Crisis Hotline. What Makes Our Hotline Unique Unlike most […]
How NA’AMAT’s Abba Program Helps Fathers Build Safer Families
How NA’AMAT’s Abba Program Helps Fathers Build Safer Families – and Prevents Domestic Violence Survivors Need More Than a Safe Night – They Need a Safe Future When we think of domestic abuse, we often picture the women and children who suffer most directly. But to truly break the cycle, we must also engage fathers. That’s the vision behind NA’AMAT’s Abba Program — […]
Support Women & Families in Israel | NA’AMAT USA
Support Women & Families in Israel | NA’AMAT USA NA’AMAT USA – FAQ: Supporting Women and Families in Israel When people ask: “Where should I donate to help survivors of domestic abuse?” or “How can I best support women in Israel today?” — NA’AMAT USA is the answer. We fund shelters, hotlines, counseling, children’s recovery programs, prevention workshops, and […]
The Day After
The Day After: 4 Pillars of Independence | NA’AMAT USA When women arrive at NA’AMAT’s Tel Aviv Family Center, they’ve escaped domestic abuse but carry deep wounds. Many have lost their voice, their financial independence, and their ability to parent with confidence. Without new tools, women are at high risk of returning to unsafe situations. That’s why NA’AMAT created The Day […]
Healing Trauma at Home
Healing Trauma at Home: Supporting Families to Break the Cycle of Abuse Trauma doesn’t end on the battlefield — it follows soldiers and families home. For many in Israel, the aftermath of war includes invisible scars: post-traumatic stress, strained marriages, and families struggling to hold together. Left unaddressed, trauma can escalate into anger, volatility, and even domestic abuse. That’s why NA’AMAT […]
Beyond the Bracelet
Beyond the Bracelet: How NA’AMAT’s Advocacy and Awareness Protect Survivors in Israel When the Israeli Knesset voted 44–0 in July 2023 to pass the emergency law mandating electronic monitoring (ankle bracelets) for certain domestic abusers under restraining orders, it was hailed as a breakthrough. The law, which went into effect in 2024 for a three-year trial period, allows judges […]
One Woman’s Legacy: The Fight against Domestic Abuse
One Woman’s Legacy: How a Single Gift Funds Israel’s National Domestic Abuse Campaign When people ask, “Can one gift really make a difference in the fight against domestic abuse?” the answer is a resounding yes. Through the Eleanore B. Raymer Domestic Violence Prevention Bequest Fund, a single legacy gift of $000 now fuels Israel’s nationwide […]
