Dear Friends, Since October 7th, WTB has worked tirelessly to fight gender-based violence wherever it exists, to break the deafening silence of women’s organizations across the world and to empower women and girls to have knowledge and autonomy over their bodies and wellbeing. We have taken part in various coalitions and urgent appeals calling for the release of all hostages in Gaza; for the protection of women's rights during the war; and the proper representation of women in decision-making processes. The damage to the sense of security in Israel, continues when on April 14, Iran launched more than 300 drones and projectiles on Israel and when 133 women, men and children are still being held hostage in Gaza. We pray for a Passover without fear, with peace and calm and good Health for all of us in Israel and all around the world. We invite you to keep up to date with our activities these days. |
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Among WTB’s Current Projects: Research on the effects of the war on women We have begun conducting a research study examining the effects of the current war on women and adolescents in Israel - The study is being carried out by a leading research organization, using the input of 1000-1500 individuals, a sample population of young women ages 16-26, in both Hebrew and Arabic. Findings will be analyzed, summarized and published both in Israel and internationally, to have the greatest impact and provide a basis for leading organizations such as Israel’s Ministry of health, health organizations, women’s organizations, health educators and more. |
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New workshops In light of the complex effects of the war, we offer a variety of workshops adapted to the needs of women and girls in the current situation. The workshops promote mental health and deal with trauma, and to build resilience among women and girls over the course of the war and beyond. In addition, we are creating informational materials on dealing with trauma, reducing anxiety through mindfulness, movement and more, restoring feelings of control, building resilience and more. To book workshops, contact our workshop coordinator at sadnaot.wtb@gmail.com |
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What have we published recently? |
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A series of online videos "Young women creating reality" During the war, we created an Online series of three episodes. In the videos, young women have an open and honest conversation about issues that bother them and raise complex questions alongside the war around issues of sexuality, body image and the effects of the media and the internet on them. | | |
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Stability How do we reduce the risk of falls? In the last decades of our lives, many of us fear falling. This concern is natural when women live an average of four years longer than men and also report more falls. We have created a booklet containing professional information about risk factors alongside recommendations and practical suggestions for implementation to reduce risk and fear of falls. | | |
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A series of videos in the Arabic language about women's health Our expert group on women's health in Arab society includes doctors, gynecologists, nurses, physical therapists psychologists and social workers. The videos deal with women's health, the effect of war, stress and mental stress on various aspects of women's health and include tips for better coping with the effects of war. | | |
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What are we planning next? Together with the group of experts in women's health from the Arab society, we will work on a series of podcasts on women's and girls' health in the Arabic language. The center of expertise of WTB has been working on a new knowledge product that deals with women's brain health. In cooperation with doctors and experts, we are working on creating a new technological tool that will help girls and women in adjusting to the most suitable contraceptive method for them. And many more projects to come...
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