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ISRAEL & THE JEWISH WORLD
April 2021
Second “FIDF LIVE” features Shir Peled, whose IDF service inspired the only female role on Netflix’s “Fauda”
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he second episode of Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) philanthropic initiative, “FIDF LIVE,” focused on International Women’s Day and highlighted the history of women in the IDF. Joining the episode was Staff Sgt. (Ret.) Shir Peled, 37, the first woman to serve as an Israel Defense Forces (IDF) combat soldier in an Israeli counterterrorism unit. The role of Nurit, played by actress Rona-Lee Shimon in the Netflix hit, “Fauda,” was inspired by Peled’s IDF service. In addition, the episode showcased a virtual base visit of the Combat Intelligence Corps featuring Lone Soldier Sgt. Oran, originally from San Francisco. Also taking part in the episode were Lone Soldiers Pvt. Alexa from Los Angeles, who serves in the Kedem Battalion of the IDF Home Front Command’s Search and Rescue Brigade, adopted by FIDF’s Baltimore Chapter as part of FIDF’s Adopt a Battalion; and Cpl. Kylie from New Jersey, who serves in the Tavor Battalion of the IDF Home Front Command’s Search and Rescue Brigade, adopted by FIDF’s Westchester and Connecticut Chapter. The FIDF LIVE platform, hosted by American stand-up comedian and author Joel Chasnoff, is a high-level production broadcast experience that provides an alternative to in-person experiences and brings awareness of FIDF’s cause and
activities to a broader audience. FIDF LIVE airs on FIDF’s website every other week at 8:30 p.m. (EST). One of the main objectives in introducing content through this platform is keeping the community’s connection with Israel alive and thriving. FIDF has always been a bridge between Americans and Israelis, so this virtual experience continues that tradition in a novel way, serving as the place for everyone who loves Israel and wants to stay connected and in the know. As long as its supporters are unable to physically gather at FIDF’s events and galas, travel to Israel on FIDF’s missions, visit soldiers on IDF bases or meet them in the United States, FIDF will provide exclusive virtual access to content that cannot be found anywhere else.
Joel Chasnoff interviewing Shir Peled
To watch episode 2 of “FIDF LIVE,” go to https://www.fidf.org/fidflive/episode-2.
FIDF was established in 1981 by a group On March 4, FIDF Florida held a of Holocaust survivors as a 501(c)(3) notregional donor appreciation event. The for-profit organization with the mission of event focused on how FIDF is changing offering educational, cultural, recreational the lives of Israeli soldiers. Maj. Gen. and social programs and facilities that proNadav Padan, former Head of IDF Cyber vide hope, purpose and life-changing support Defense Directorate and Commander of for the soldiers who protect Israel and Jews Central Command, spoke at the event. worldwide. Today, FIDF has 24 chapters Also featured were IDF soldiers Aviram Book Festival C throughout the UnitedRobin States. FIDF proudly Fima, IMPACT! recipient and winner of Mintz and Su supports IDF soldiers, families of fallen the Berlin Fashion Competition; Lone soldiers and wounded veterans through a Soldier from Miami, Lt. Ariel; and Capt. variety of innovative programs that •reinforce (Res.) Adir from the Ram Carole Battalion.Greene, Author Review Team Phil Jaso the vital bond between the communities in The event’s co-chairs were Greater the United States, the soldiers of the IDF Miami Chapter President Evelyn Katz; Patti Boochever Judith Finer Freedman Lee He and the state of Israel. For more informaPalm Beach Chapter supporter Elaine HarStevePalm Brazination, pleaseSusie Goldsmith Carol H visit www.fidf.org. ris; and Vice President of the South Bobbie Lenore Greenstein Beach/Broward Chapter David Gayle Baum. Dorio
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