Disability
President visits Perach Israel rehabilitation village for adults with disabilities
During the visit, the President was introduced to the village's transformation and a rehabilitation model that has helped reduce psychiatric medication dosages by up to 70%.
Supreme Court bars PA from challenging recognized disabilities in terror compensation claims
Disabled Iranians deprived of state benefit payments, Tehran invests in war over welfare
Power with a heart: Diplomatic women form new circle for disability advocacy
Paralympics-Not just broken records: 2,700 repairs undertaken on prosthetic limbs, equipment
During the Paris Paralympics, Ottobock's rapid repairs, including fixing a wheelchair mid-game, ensured athletes could continue competing effectively.
Disability rights NGO challenges Gaza protest NY county mask ban with lawsuit
To the chagrin of American anti-Israel activists, mask bans had advanced in other states.
First deaf Miss South Africa crowned amid controversy over finalist's heritage
Mia le Roux, the first deaf Miss South Africa, won despite controversy surrounding Chidimma Adetshina, who withdrew amid xenophobic backlash.
How does the Amit Melave project change the lives of amputees?
A Amit Melave project by the Lottery & Next Step connects amputees, offering emotional support, tools for daily challenges.
SHESEK: Helping Israel's disabled civilians post-Oct. 7
SHESEK is a Hebrew acronym for “rehabilitation and sports in the community,” but the organization focuses on much more than that.
Dan Hotels sponsors Israeli Paralympics delegation, hosts honorary event at President's residence
Dan Hotels sponsors Israeli Paralympic team for Paris 2024, continuing a partnership since Beijing 2008, hosting pre-Games gathering in Tel Aviv with lectures and equipment distribution.
Disability rights organizations campaign against UN double standard
Usually, Israel submits a video message central to the theme of the conference, however this year Israel has submitted videos highlighting the UN’s unequal treatment of Israelis since Oct. 7.
Released hostages to receive grants, monthly allowances and medical coverage
Approved: 2,000 NIS monthly stipend for former Hamas hostages, full disability rights, and medical treatment funding. 15 Knesset members supported the bill.
Close your eyes and see festival to focus on challenges faced by the blind
The idea is to hold activities and events that are staged in ways that mimic blindness so people without visual challenges can experience aspects of what blind people go through.
Apple introduces eye-tracking technology for iPhone control
Apple unveils new eye-tracking technology to help users with physical disabilities navigate their devices without touch.
