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Haifa University ran a three-day International conference entitled “Kaleidoscope of Child Maltreatment” to raise awareness, change policy and develop new solutions.

Japan's ambassador to Israel, and several Japanese mayors, expressed their appreciation to the IDF medical aid delegation that travelled to Japan in late March to treat earthquake victims.

Lieutenant Noy made history as the first female commander of an IDF sniper platoon.

They may be only cartoon characters, but the Leafers are teaching Israeli children that being an environmentalist is super-cool.

When Hadassah hospital in Jerusalem hosted an International seminar on emergency medical aid, 60 overseas doctors came face to face with the reality of Israel’s work with Palestinian Arabs.

The black community in Dimona celebrated the Jewish festival of Shavuot in style.

Colombian pop singer and UN Goodwill Ambassador Shakira is promoting her global education campaign with a stop at a joint Israeli-Arab school in Jerusalem.

Israel approved the delivery of $100 million of materials needed to build 1,200 new homes and 18 new schools in Gaza. “I welcome this significant step,” said UN Envoy Robert Serry.

Jamal Hakroush, will be promoted to the post of deputy head of Traffic Police this week. He is the first Muslim policeman to be promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General.

Many Israeli Arabs want to contribute toward Israeli society by serving in the Israel Defense Forces and integrating into their home country. Bedouin and Druze Israeli communities actively encourage IDF service. Christian and non-Bedouin Muslim Israeli Arabs volunteer to proudly serve in the IDF, often in units comprised entirely of Israeli Arab citizens. Here are some testimonials.