News

June 2025

Working with Children with Disabilities During Wartime in Israel

READ: An article in the Los Angeles Jewish Journal and 5TJT spotlighting Beit Issie Shapiro’s efforts to support people with disabilities during times of crisis — including the current war. Don’t miss this powerful look at resilience, innovation, and care in action.

Beit Raz

June 2025

Beit Issie Shapiro Opens Inclusive Early-Childhood Campus

READ the JNS feature on the dedication of Beit Raz – Beit Issie Shapiro’s groundbreaking Inclusive Early Childhood Campus, where inclusion starts from the very first steps of learning and life.

Health

May 2025

Study on Women with Disabilities Health published in Israel HaYom

A new study led by Beit Issie Shapiro in collaboration with Bar-Ilan University has revealed significant barriers faced by women with disabilities when accessing women’s healthcare services.

Charity Challenge

May 2025

3 Peaks Challenge – climbing mountains to benefit Beit Issie

Read a blog post in "The Times of Israel" by our UK Board Member, Michal Cohen-Sagi, reflecting on her incredible experience.

Ahmir Lerner

April 2025

Being bold and not apologizing for Israeli identity in front of the UN

READ CEO Ahmir Lerner’s powerful op-ed published in The Jerusalem Post, highlighting Israel’s resilience at the UN and our continued contribution globally.

Accessible Costumes

March 2025

ILTV feature Empowering Purim: Costumes Bring Joy to Children with Disabilities

WATCH this ILTV news segment showcasing our Dream Costume initiative celebration at the President's Residence

Accessible Costumes

March 2025

President of Israel hosts a Purim party for children with disabilities where costumes are inclusive by design

JTA and Times of Israel highlight a Purim celebration with children from Beit Issie Shapiro’s Dream Costume Initiative hosted by the President and First Lady of Israel.