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Nov 2023
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Jun 2023
Congratulations to the winners of the Matanel Inclusive Workplace award : the award is aimed at raising awareness and encourage employers for equal representation of employees with disabilities in the labour market. Winners: 1st : Concept for Pharmacy - a health-related business in Kfar Saba that has been employing people with psychiatric disorders for over a decade. The company currently employs 10 people with disabilities in various departments throughout their cooperation. 2nd : Golbary / Sacara - Bnei Brak branch - a clothing store in Bnei Brak that has 12 female employees, of which 3 have cognitive disabilities. Their work entails customer service, organizing and arranging goods etc. One of them even does new employee onboarding. 3rd : Stopmarket – a grocery store in Netanya. Out of 40 employees, they have 10 employees with cognitive disabilities from the Arab sector who reside in the Salam Kfar Kara group homes. They have equal employment rights. Initiative by Ohel Sarah in collaboration with Shekel, and The Commission of Rights of People with Disabilities, the ceremony was held in Tel Aviv the 20th of June in presence of the First Lady of the State of Israel, Michal Herzog.      
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May 2023

 

Yael Berman-Domb, CEO of ‘Tana Yerushalmi’ (photo: The Jerusalem Fund)
Yael Berman-Domb, CEO of Tana Yerushalmi, during an activity (photo: The Jerusalem Fund)

“As part of the selection process, over 100 nominations were submitted to win the new prestigious award,” it was reported to “Khal Ha’ir”. “Many groundbreaking initiatives were presented in the proposals, which strengthen society in all its aspects and have a decisive contribution for the residents of Jerusalem. At the end of a strict selection process led by the judging team, Yael Berman-Domb, CEO of ‘Tana Jerusalem’ and one of its founders, was chosen to receive the prestigious award. Berman Domb, who has devoted many years to diverse social activities, heads the association that leads unique programs to strengthen the city of Jerusalem by attracting and keeping young men and women in the city, as well as shaping active, committed and influential community leadership.”

“The association leads programs intended for the younger generation of various ages in a democratic and pluralistic spirit, including: a pre-military preparatory school, an integrated midrash, programs for students and accompanying communities,” it added. “Many achievements have been credited to the association in its 13 years of activity: 500 graduates of the Jerusalem high school and TANA Jerusalem programs, 70% of the graduates work in the public and social sector and many have chosen to live in Jerusalem.”

It should be noted that the awarding ceremony will take place on Tuesday, 3/28/23, in Jerusalem in the presence of Mayor Moshe Leon

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Mar 2023
          We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to, CEO of 'Tene Yerushalmi' for winning the prestigious  "Jerusalem Prize for Young Leadership" The Jerusalem Prize for Young Leadership is awarded to civil society leaders (up to the age of 50), workers in non-profit organizations, who have presented significant activity to strengthen Jerusalem, the development of the community and the well-being of the residents. The prize, in the amount of 100 thousand dollars, will be awarded to the organization led by the winner and the prize money will be transferred to the cultivation and promotion of its activities. The association Tene Yerushalmi leads programs intended for the younger generation of various ages in a democratic and pluralistic spirit, including: a pre-military preparatory school, an integrated midrash, programs for students and accompanying communities. The Matanel Foundation supports their Perach Zahav Bnei Bayit program
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Mar 2023
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Feb 2023
Congratulations to the 8 Companions of the Mediterranean who will sail throughout the academic year 2022-23 between 8 cities on board a magnificent sailing boat and will carry out educational workshops on the theme of living together at each stopover. An initiative of the Beit Project and with the encouragement and support of the Matanel Foundation and EMID, The Boat Project is a project that proposes to make our common environment, the Mediterranean, an essential element of education for living together, through which to discover diversity from an innovative perspective. Started from Marseille, the boat crosses the sea from one stage to the next, weaving links from North to South over the course of a school year  - landed in Tangiers here is an extract from the Tangier television news.
Courtesy of TanjaNews TV
Jerusalem Post
Feb 2023
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Jan 2023

"You can just sit and read it non-stop!"/ Steinsaltz Mishnah series presented to President Isaac Herzog at the President's Residence in Jerusalem

President Israel Herzog received today, Monday, 9 Tevet 5783, 2 January 2023, the final volume of the Mishnah with a modern Hebrew translation and commentary by the late Rabbi Adin Even-Israel (Steinsaltz), from his son, Rabbi Meni Even-Israel, director of the Steinsaltz Center. This is the last project translated by Rabbi Adin Even-Israel (Steinsaltz), thus completing the work of translating the entire Jewish canon and making him the only commentator in Jewish history to have achieved this feat. The late Rabbi Steinsaltz was an educator, researcher, commentator of the Talmud and Hasidic thought, philosopher, social critic, and author of over 300 works in various languages. He also established a network of educational institutions and received a variety of awards including the Israel Prize and the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor. Rabbi Steinsaltz's teachings included a new edition of Judaism's core texts, featuring a clear and concise interpretation and inviting students to delve deeper into various fields, concepts, halachic ruling, and historical background of the topics discussed. The Koren Steinsaltz Mishnah includes 13 volumes, 63 tractates, 4182 mishnayot over a total of some 9,000 pages. The modern Hebrew translation of the Mishnah alone took twelve years. Each volume of the Koren Steinsaltz Mishnah contains an average of 750 color photographs and illustrations. President Isaac Herzog: "This is an amazing enterprise! Its advantage is that it serves the entire nation and connects it to its sources. The fact the fact that you have made it accessible to the whole People of Israel is a great privilege." Rabbi Meni Even-Israel: "We are proud to present to the President the final volume of the Mishnah, bringing us full circle, because Rabbi Steinsaltz and the Steinsaltz Center presented the first volume of the Talmud to President Shazar. This presentation of the final volume of the annotated Mishnah is the fulfillment of the Rabbi's motto "Let My People Know."
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Dec 2022
Congratulations to the 8 Companions of the Mediterranean who will sail throughout the academic year 2022-23 between 8 cities on board a magnificent sailing boat and will carry out educational workshops on the theme of living together at each stopover. An initiative of the Beit Project and with the encouragement and support of the Matanel Foundation and EMID, The Boat Project is a project that proposes to make our common environment, the Mediterranean, an essential element of education for living together, through which to discover diversity from an innovative perspective. Starting from Marseille, the boat crosses the sea from one stage to the next, weaving links from North to South over the course of a school year: Marseille, Tangiers, Barcelona, Algiers, Genoa, Tunis, Palermo and Bastia. The Boat Project and La Capsule Marseille have developped a free mobile application (available on Apple and Android) that will allow to follow live the boat's journey as well as the adventure of the Companions and the participants of the workshops in each city, and even to discuss with them!
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Jul 2022
Congratulations to the Musrara 2022 Graduates for their achievements and final exhibition.
Here is the link to the Class of 2022 exhibitions site : https://graduation.musrara.co.il/2022/
 

Matanel Prize for Jewish Thoughts

Jul 2022
Congratulations to the winners of The Matanel Prize for Jewish Thought Awarded for best original book in Jewish Thought, published in Hebrew in the past three years (2020-2022). The winners of 2022 are: Prof. Avraham (Rami) Reiner, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev on his book, Rabbenu Tam: Interpretation, Halakhah, Controversy. Prof. Oded Israeli, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev on his book, R. Moses b. Nachman (Nachmanides): Intellectual Biography.
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Jul 2022
Picture : His Excellency Ambassador of Morocco in Israël , Abdel Rahim Al-Bayoud - Dr. Shimon Ohayon, Director, Dahan Center, Bar-Ilan University - Joëlle Aflalo , Director , Matanel Foundation
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Apr 2022
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Apr 2022
 

Congratulations to the winners of
The Matanel Prize for Tikkun Olam 2022 Israel and Abroad
The Matanel Foundation awarded two prizes among their currently or previously supported projects that applied in 2020,  a prize for a project in Israel and a prize for a project abroad. The two prizes are awarded $30,000 each.
We have given the opportunity to vote to all non-profit organizations currently or previously supported by the Matanel Foundation, as well as members of the Foundation's Management and friends of the Foundation. Through the voting website.
The results of the vote have been announced during the 5th Matanel Retreat  held on April 6th, 2022
Winner of the Matanel for Tikkun Olam prize in Israel : SHEKEL for their project  Inclusion for People with Disabilities
Winner of the Matanel for Tikkun Olam prize Abroad: KAIMA TANZANIA for their project A Matanel Education Farm
Congratulations to the winners, we are looking forward discovering what you will achieve !
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Jan 2022

The Matanel Prize for Jewish Thought

The Application is now OPEN

The prize of  USD 25,000 is awarded for the best original book in Jewish Thought, published in Hebrew in the past three years (2020-2022), that is suitable for a wide readership. The book should be at least the second one published by the author who is expected to be also involved  in social and educational activities.

Authors and publishers may submit nominations.

Applicants are required to fill out the application form (in Hebrew), and must submit the following:

  1. CV (English or Hebrew)
  2. List of main publications (up to 2 pages)
  3. Two letters of recommendation that explain why the book deserves the prize. The recommendations may be sent directly to the World Union of Jewish Studies worldunion@jewish-studies.org.
  4. Five copies of the book must be sent to:

The World Union of Jewish Studies, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Rabin World Center of Jewish Studies, Mt Scopus, Jerusalem 9190501, Israel

No further documents will be considered.

The submission deadline is Sunday, May 1, 2022.

The upcoming Matanel Prize for Jewish Thought is expected to be awarded during the 18th World Congress of Jewish Studies in Summer 2022 (8-12 August).

The publisher shall ensure that the winning books are decorated with a wrap-around band indicating “Matanel Prize for Jewish Thought 2022″.

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Nov 2021

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Oct 2021
Emotions Brain forum - supported by the Matanel Foundation
Congratulations to BrainCircle Italia for the first conference (out of 8) of the Emotions Brain forum that was held in Jerusalem
Find enclosed the recorded YouTube live :

The next one will be held in Italy in Genoa on 31st of October 2021 - LOVE MAPS OF THE BRAIN
Love Maps of the Brain
Emotions at Genoa Science Festival
Sunday, 31 October 2021 - 6 pm
Genoa, Palazzo Ducale, Sala del Maggior Consiglio
For registration please follow this link : http://www.festivalscienza.it/site/home/programma/le-mappe-dellamore-nel-cervello.html

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Oct 2021

Emotions brainforum ,
supported by the Matanel Foundation


Understanding emotions - Conference in Jerusalem, October 24th 9:30 local time
  The emotions are an integral part of our daily lives and yet they often remain a mystery.
Seven world famous women scientists reveal the secrets of what could be considered a neuro tool box in a host of different situations, from basic survival to the social pleasure of taking and sharing a selfie.
A full immersion into the world of emotions, where there will be space to discuss one of the most controversial, fear, as well as the strong reciprocal relationship between emotions and learning, and to explore disorders stemming from how we manage our emotions and how we understand those of others.
The BrainForum will take place at the Isaac and Luba Becker Auditorium, Goodman Building, Edmond J. Safra Campus of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and is organised in collaboration with the ELSC- Edmond and Lily Center for Brain Sciences and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
It will be possible to participate in presence of the Jerusalem meeting, according to the restrictions for COVID-19.
In order to attend this event you will need to present a valid green pass or recovery certificate or a negative Covid test from the last 24 hours.
Registration is required.
It will be broadcast live in streaming at this link and then uploaded onto the website.
 
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Sep 2021

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Aug 2021

!נפתחה ההרשמה לתוכנית עמיתי עלמא- מתנאל לשנת תשפ"ב

..אומנים/יות ויוצרות/ים בתחומי התרבות הרוח והתקשורת, ופעילים חברתיים בעלי תואר ראשון ומעלה או תעודה מקבילה - מוזמנים להגיש את מועמדותכן.ם לתוכנית העמיתים של עלמא

התוכנית היא תוכנית שנתית בימים ראשון וחמישי בשעות 17:00 עד 21:45

סמסטר אביב: 31.10.21 - 27.1.22 סמסטר סתיו: 6.3.22 - 23.6.22

לפרטים נוספים והרשמה לחצו כאן

Registration has opened for the Alma-Matanel Fellows Program for the year 2022! Artists and creators in the fields of culture, spirit and communication, and social activists with a bachelor's degree or higher or an equivalent certificate - are invited to submit your candidacy for the Alma Fellows Program. The program is an annual program on Sundays and Thursdays from 5:00 pm to 9:45 pm. Spring semester: 31.10.21 - 27.1.22 Fall semester: 6.3.22 - 23.6.22 For more details and registration click here
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Jul 2021
In honor of Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz ZT"L's 1st yahrtzeit we would like to share these few words spoken on the occasion of his 76th birthday on 3 Av 5773 (10 July 2013).

Une petite flamme qui grandit par le Rav Adin Éven-Israël (Steinsaltz) ע"ה

Je m’efforce d’être ce que l’on pourrait appeler une source de contamination. Je ne dis pourtant pas par-là que d’autres doivent agir comme moi Je souhaite au contraire qu’ils oeuvrent encore mieux que moi Et tout particulièrement, qu’ils agissent autrement. Peut-être alors quelque chose se passera-t-il… Quel est mon désir, que voudrais-je qu’il subsiste après moi, à titre d’héritage ? Des sermons ? Le vent les emportera. Des livres ? Le vent les consumera. Peut-être ai-je réussi à toucher quelques individus J’essaie en tout cas en permanence que ma propre bougie flamboie J’essaie de faire en sorte de garder le feu attisé Et j’essaie d’embraser les autres. J’ose espérer qu’ici et là, au gré de mon chemin J’ai pu toucher quelques bougies et qu’elles se soient allumées. Oui, qu’elles demeurent allumées. Il est possible que je ne sois qu’une petite bougie Comme cela, toute pâle Et qu’il y en ait d’autres éclatantes et toutes brillantes, Hautes et réussies Au contraire, au contraire Pourvu, pourvu qu’il en soit ainsi. Que reste-t-il donc dans la mémoire ? Disons, dans mes gènes. Si survenait un écroulement dévastateur, Poursuivons néanmoins la ligne Continuons la chaîne Aidons-la à grandir À perdurer. Voilà ce que je pense. C’est cela que j’essaie d’accomplir. Tels sont mes rêves. Imaginons qu’un être atterrisse dans un certain endroit, Que sa conscience se retrouve effacée Mais qu’il lui reste quelque chose, ne serait-ce qu’une phrase. Protège tout le reste d'Israël… qui proclame Chéma Israël Protège tout le reste d'Israël Voilà ce que je souhaite laisser. Je souhaite léguer après moi cette idée-là, Cette idée qui serait perpétuée par d’autres. C’est tout. Rien de plus Lé’haïm tovim. À la vie, à la bonne vie Mots prononcés à l’occasion de ses 76 ans, le 3 Av 5773 (10 juillet 2013). Traduit de l’hébreu par Michel Allouche, Jérusalem.

A small flame that grows by Rav Adin Even-Israel (Steinsaltz) ע "ה

I strive to be what one might call a source of contamination. I am not saying, however, that others should act as I do. On the contrary, I wish that they would work even better than I do, and especially that they would act differently. Perhaps then something will happen... What is my desire, what would I like to have left after me as a legacy? Sermons? The wind will blow them away. Books? The wind will consume them. Perhaps I have succeeded in touching a few people I am always trying to keep my own candle burning I am trying to keep the fire burning and I am trying to set others on fire. I dare to hope that here and there, along the way, I may have touched a few candles and that they may have lit up. Yes, that they remain lit. It is possible that I am only a small candle Like that, all pale And that there are others bright and all shining, High and successful On the contrary, provided, provided that it is so. What is left in the memory? Let us say, in my genes. If a devastating collapse should occur, Let us nevertheless continue the line Let us continue the chain Let us help it to grow To endure. This is what I think. This is what I am trying to accomplish. These are my dreams. Let's imagine that a person lands in a certain place, that his consciousness is erased, but that he has something left, even if it's only a sentence. Protect all the rest of Israel... that proclaims Shema Israel Protect all the rest of Israel That is what I wish to leave. I want to leave this idea after me, this idea that would be perpetuated by others. That is all I wish to leave. Nothing more Le'haim tovim. To life, to the good life Words spoken on the occasion of his 76th birthday, 3 Av 5773 (10 July 2013).
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Feb 2021
Congratulations to Ami Bouganim, for the book dedicated to his magistral work - AMI BOUGANIM Voix marocaine en Israël - Sous la direction de Najib Redouane et Yvette Bénayoun-Szmidt L'oeuvre magistrale d'Ami Bouganim a fait de lui l'un des écrivains sépharades les plus renommés tant il a su si bien retracer le déracinement de la communauté juive marocaine qui a fait son alya dans les années 50 et 60. Les études composant ce recueil visent à illustrer la particularité de cet écrivain qui se distingue par une production riche et variée, à la fois philosophique et littéraire, autour de thèmes variés qui analysent les désillusions de l'exil, la dignité humaine, la culture spécifique dont est porteuse sa communauté, en accordant à Mogador une dimension mythique. À la fois chantre du passé et intellectuel du présent il est aussi éveilleur de conscience pour dénoncer et exprimer les maux dont souffre la société israélienne.
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Feb 2021
Congratulations to Darca Schools for their 10th years anniversary .
In honor of Darca's tenth anniversary, they are releasing ten short videos throughout the school year. Each video will highlight a different area of Darca's programming through the experiences of our true stars - Darca's students and educators.
This month, they have released two new videos, one telling the story of Darca's establishment, mission, and revolutionary methods, and the second focusing on the importance of school leadership in Darca's model for change.

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Dec 2020
Musrara Mix International Art and Music Festival returns for the 20th year! This year the festival will be held in a special online edition, with a rich multidisciplinary program of artists and musicians from Israel and the world that will be presented on a dedicated website. The festival will run for three days (between the dates 15-17.12.2020) and will present a multidisciplinary program that will combine video performances, video art, recorded performances and audio-visual works. In addition, there will be an international student film competition and there will be panels with curators and artists with the participation of the audience. The works will open daily at a specified time for 24 hours. Participating artists: Anna Wilde, Rafi Belvirsky, Jorg Brinkman, Bjorn Malhaus, Melanie Bonagio, Zohar Shapir, Luciana Kaplan, Ruthie de Fries, Adia Godlewski, Martina Klausen, Nimrod Alexander Gershuni, Tony Krauss, Shekel, Fay Shapiro and Ziv Greenzberg Igor Krotogolov, Yam Omi, Roi Chen, Neil Kalman, Michai Cherna, Naomi Rosin, Amir Boxbaum, Victor Levin, Yana Miri Levin, Niv Majer), the Sonar Art Research Group (Amir Meir, Eran Zacks, Yogev Frilichman, Dana Takach, Eyal Bitton and Lior Pinski), Bar Zaken, Niv Gafni, Alex Drol, Pita (Peter Herber), Nina Gluckner.
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Nov 2020
This year, due to the health crisis, the trip seminar in Yad Vashem was unfortunately unable to take place. That's why Yad Vashem is offering to host a free webinar. This one is intended for people who would have liked to assist this seminar in person. Here are the details ✅ When ? 21, 22, 28 et 29 Décembre 2020 ✅ For Whom ? People working in the educational system who are interested in the subject. ! This webinar is for people who have NEVER attended the seminar at Yad Vashem ! ✅ Registration : this cycle of webinars is free, but registrations are MANDATORY (via the address: a.gardien@lamerci.be) ✅ Contact person : Vinciane Georges, direction@lamerci.be / phone nbr : +32 492 07 09 00
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Sep 2020
The Virtual Musrara Museum is an initiative of Musrara, The Naggar School of Art and Society, and Musrara Galleries to have an additional display space in the school's historic building in the Musrara neighborhood. The museum is a unique platform for presenting contemporary exhibitions in a virtual architectural space based on the school's historic building plan. The museum offers an interactive and independent wandering experience. LAWETLAT'LA - The Smoking Mountain Exhibition was created within the framework of "The Hero's Journey of Transformation" project as part of Communities Connecting HeritageSM , a program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and administered by World Learning. LAWETLAT'LA ("The Smoking Mountain") ההר המעשן الجبل المدخن
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Aug 2020
הרב עדין אבן ישראל שטיינזלץ ז"ל ידוע ביצירתו המונומנטלית של תרגום, הידור ופירוש התלמוד. הוא נמנה עם מסורת הפרשנים המציינים נקודת מפנה בהבנת הטקסטים של המסורת. איש לא יקרא עוד את התנ"ך או את התלמוד בלי לבחון את "פרשנות שטיינזלץ". הוא היה – הוא יישאר – הפרשן שגילם מפנה זה, עצוב ומאושר כאחד, בתולדותינו, המשלב מדע עם תורה, "חוכמת הלב" עם "שפיות הדעת", פיכחות עם דבקות בעבודת השם. עבורנו, הרב שטיינזלץ היה רוח קרן מתנאל. הוא זה שהעניק לנו השראה, הדריך אותנו, הנחה אותנו, תמך בנו. הוא זה שהגה את הרעיון של "קרן חממה", וכיבד  בנוכחותו את הכינוסים הראשונים של הוגי ומיישמי התוכניות השונות. דבריו, תמיד צלולים ומבריקים, הדהדו על המיתרים ההומניטריים של כולנו.   מותו משקיע את כל "משפחת מתנאל," מנהיגיה, פעיליה ושותפיה, במצוקת שכול וים של הכרת תודה. משנתו, עצותיו – שנמסרו פה ושם בזיכרונות, במשלים ובסיפורים כמיטב המסורות החסידיות – ומחוותיו היפות, חייכניות ונדיבות תמיד, ימשיכו להנחות אותנו בדרך הפילנתרופית שהוא התווה עבור קרן מתנאל.   השמיים ינחמו את קרוביו, תלמידיו ואת כל מי שחי את אובדנו כאובדן רב ומורה המשאיר לנו ספריית ספרים, פרשנויות ומטלות לעתיד. יהיה זכרו ברוך.
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Aug 2020
Rabbi Adin Even Israel Steinsaltz zal is known for his monumental work of translating, compiling and interpreting the Talmud. He follows this line of commentators who mark a turning point in the understanding of the texts of the tradition. One will no longer read the Bible or the Talmud without inquiring into the "comments of Steinsaltz". He was - he will remain - the interpreter called for by this unhappy and happy turning point in our history, combining science with the Torah, "the intelligence of the heart" with "the sobriety of the spirit", clairvoyance with piety in the service of G. For us, Rabbi Steinsaltz was the spirit of the Matanel Foundation. It was he who inspired us, guided us, instructed us, supported us. It was he who conceived the notion of "Foundation incubator", presiding with his presence the reunion of the carriers and directors of the programs. His remarks, always lucid and luminous, echoed on everyone's humanitarian chords. It is the entire "Matanel family" made up of its craftsmen, its leaders and its activists that his death plunges into a disarray of mourning and a sea of ​​gratitude. His teachings, his advice - conveyed, here and there, in memories and parable-narratives in the best of Hasidic traditions - and his beautiful gestures, smiling and generous, will continue to guide us on the philanthropic path that he had drawn for the Matanel Foundation. May Heaven be of consolation for his loved ones, his disciples and all those who live his loss as that of a Master who leaves us a library of books, commentaries and teachings. May his memory be blessed
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Aug 2020
Le rabbin Adin Even Israël Steinsaltz zal est connu pour son œuvre monumentale de traduction, de compilation et d’interprétation du Talmud. Il s’inscrit dans cette lignée de commentateurs qui impriment un tournant à la compréhension des textes de la tradition. On ne lira plus la Bible ou le Talmud sans s’enquérir des « commentaires de Steinsaltz ». Il était – il restera – l’interprète que réclamait cette charnière malheureuse et heureuse de notre histoire, alliant la science à la Torah, « l’intelligence du cœur » à « la sobriété de l’esprit », la clairvoyance à la piété dans le service de D. Pour nous, le rabbin Steinsaltz était l’esprit de la Fondation Matanel. C’était lui qui nous inspirait, nous guidait, nous instruisait, nous soutenait. C’est lui qui conçut la notion de « Fondation couveuse », présidant de sa présence les retrouvailles des porteurs et réalisateurs des programmes. Ses remarques, toujours lucides et lumineuses, résonnaient sur les cordes humanitaires de chacun. C’est toute « la famille Matanel » composée de ses artisans, de ses animateurs et de ses activistes que son décès plonge dans un désarroi de deuil et dans une mer de gratitude. Ses enseignements, ses conseils – véhiculés, par-ci par-là, dans des souvenirs et des récits-paraboles dans la meilleure des traditions hassidiques – et ses beaux gestes, souriants et généreux, continueront de nous guider sur la voie philanthropique qu’il avait tracée pour la Fondation Matanel. Que le Ciel soit de consolation pour ses proches, ses disciples et tous ceux qui vivent sa perte comme celle d’un Maître qui nous laisse une bibliothèque de livres, de commentaires et d’enseignements. Que sa mémoire soit bénie.
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Jul 2020
The exhibition will be open to the public for two weeks between 23.7-6.8 (hours: 10:00-19:00) Musrara Garduate/Thesis Exhibition presents the works of students graduating from the Photography, New Media Art, Visual Communication, New Music and Advanced studies – Experimental Music and Sound Art departments. In their final year, each student proposes a site-specific project, and works on his personal project with the guidance of heads of departments and other lecturers through simulations, tests, and mid-year presentations. Towards the appointed hour, the school on its different classes is transformed into a diverse display complex. The exhibition brings together the different departments with works created on the intersection of art and technology, photographs, various visual pieces, books, site specific photo and video installations, performance, and sound installations.
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Feb 2020

Congratulations to Avi Sabag for receiving the title of Doctor Honoris Causa awarded by the Cnam University of Paris. Avi Sabag, founder and director of the Musrara School of Jerusalem supported by the Matanel foundation. The ceremony took place in Paris the 6th of February, in the presence of Joëlle Aflalo, director of the Matanel Foundation.

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Aug 2019
Fondation Jeunes Scientifiques Luxembourg ISSI: Camilla Hurst represents Luxembourg in Israel August 30, 2019 by FJSL REPRESENTING THE JONK FUERSCHER IN ISRAEL! For the very first time this year, the Foundation Jeunes Scientifiques Luxembourg (FJSL) – with the precious support of the Foundation Matanel – was able to send a laureate of the national contest “Jonk Fuerscher” to the International Summer Science Institute (ISSI) in Israel. During this year’s contest “Jonk Fuerscher” Camilla Hurst, student of the University of Oxford, won this prestigious award. Camilla has had a prolific past with the FJSL:at the age of only 18, she has already won prizes at four national contests in addition to the 4thprize in her category at the 2017 International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles. Her new project in engineering: "The Wheelchair Accessibility Belt (WAB)” is a prototype of a complimentary device, which can manufactured at low cost and easily be attached to the wheel independently by the user to increase the traction between the wheelchair and the ground, thereby facilitating accessibility to the outdoors for wheelchair users. She states in her project, that the inclusion of disabled people in outdoor activities increases both their mental and physical health, which the WAB can facilitate and thus promote. A month-long program full of research, field trips and unforgettable experiences From July 2nd – 25th 2019, Camilla fully immersed into scientific research in the campus labs: during the first three weeks, she was paired up with young scientists from Australia, South Korea, and the United States for an experimental investigation of their common project. In addition to attending lectures by Weizmann Institute scientists, she conducted field research in the Judean Desert and the Negev, acquainting her with the unique ecological, geographical, geological, zoological, and archaeological characteristics of the area. The Dr. Bessie F. Lawrence International Summer Science Institute (ISSI) : Every summer since 1969, the Dr. Bessie F. Lawrence International Summer Science Institute (ISSI) brings together approximately 80 highly talented pre-university students from all over the world to experience the challenges and rewards of scientific research and to learn more about the Weizmann Institute of Science and life in Israel. MatanelFoundation: The FJSL is part of the “Encouraging Progress” program of the Matanel Foundation, whose mission it is to further justice and equity in the world by supporting youngsters who display a real potential for success. It grants pupils and students scholarships allowing them to attend schools and universities in which they can thrive, and it promotes organizations and programs that foster progress and success. Camilla Hurst at ISSI 2019 copyright FJSL.jpg RTL Today: https://today.rtl.lu/news/science-and-environment/a/1384878.html
Dec 2019

Happy Hanukkah !

Hanukkah menorah preserves a small light for the rainy days. It evokes forgotten memories, dormant prayers and beloved ones. Hanukkah menorah preserves a candle and match, a blessing and singing in the hearts of those children who are invited to light it. The Matanel Foundation donates the small lights and trusts the dedication of its partners across Europe - rabbis, kindergarten and school teachers, coordinators - to light them, with singing and joy, among the young children. Be blessed by the light of your candles, The Matanel Foundation team Trieste-Matanel hanukkah kits
Sep 2019

Congratulations to Yozmot Atid winner of the Zusman-JDC Prize 2019

The Zusman-JDC Prize is considered the largest award in the field of social services in Israel, and its goal is to raise awareness towards social issues and to thank people who assist underprivileged groups in society. The work of each year's winners highlights JDC-Israel's deep commitment to improving Israeli society and welfare. source JDC-Israel website Yozmot Atid , partner of the Matanel Foundation, has been recognized as a leading non-profit organization, which creates significant social impact and is a real game changer in Israeli society.  
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Jun 2019
The 18th of June , Joëlle Aflalo, president of the Matanel Foundation received the Hebrew University of Jerusalem Honorary Fellowship in recognition of her long and steadfast involvement in the University. She have been a prominent figure, leading with clear direction and a genuine plan for encouraging social change and justice, progress and equality in both Israel and Europe. Through the Matanel Foundation she has lead and supported many initiatives to strengthen pluralism and tolerance, promoting civic education and opportunities for humankind. She has chosen to support the Hebrew University by endeavoring to open its doors to people from all walks of life by funding scholarships for underprivileged students, and courses on the Zohar and Jewish philosophy as well as generously supporting brain research. The Hebrew University of Jerusalem bestows Honorary Fellowships upon a highly select group of esteemed individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, philanthropy and advocacy in support of Israel and the cause of higher education. Each year, Honorary Fellowship recipients are approved by The Hebrew University Faculty Senate and recognized at a ceremony in Israel during the annual International Board of Governors meeting in June.