Youth at Risk

Strength in the Storm: Abed’s Memorial Project and the Power of Youth Futures As the People of Israel continue to face ongoing threats on multiple fronts, the impact on communities in the north of the country has been severe. Among …

Finding her light in the darkness: How Heartbeats helped Tair find her way back to her family Tair, a young mother from Ashkelon, battled severe postpartum depression just months before war broke out. UIA-supported Heartbeats provided the mentorship and emotional …

Miri’s Mission: From finding what made her smile to helping Israeli children find their own smiles Miri Ben Shitrit, born in Armenia, made Aliyah with her family at age six, supported by UIA and The Jewish Agency. After returning alone …

In times of crisis like these, we witness the daily strength and courage of the People of Israel. From brave soldiers to everyday citizens, the months since October 7 have proven beyond doubt that there really is no nation like …

In a year that occurred under the shadow of war, Keren Hayesod-UIA’s Heartbeats program has become a critical lifeline for Israel’s most vulnerable particularly in Ashkelon, where the need has grown exponentially since October 7.  Since its launch in Ashkelon …

“I wish every community in Israel could have Youth Futures, because when one child is given hope, it doesn’t only change that child. It transforms a family, a school, and a future.” -Hadas, whose son Yehuda receives support through the …