Religious pluralism and tolerance are increasingly challenged in Israel. From growing gender segregation to religiously-based racism, the issues are making front-page headlines. As the gaps between the ultra-Orthodox, religious, traditional, and secular broaden, NIF is building bridges, fostering understanding, and empowering activists working for change to Israel’s synagogue/state relationship.
Two students study at the Secular Yeshiva in Jerusalem. Women of the Wall activists combine worship and civil disobedience at the Kotel on Rosh Hodesh.
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