AKIM International

11/01/2026

𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗠 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 💻✨
We recently marked the opening of AKIM’s “Equal in Digital” College at the Tiltan School of Design and Visual Communications in Haifa — the first program of its kind in Israel to train people with intellectual disabilities for today’s most in-demand digital professions 👏🏼

The event also featured an exhibit of student work, showcasing talent, creativity, and professionalism — and demonstrating what happens when people are provided real opportunity 💫

Our heartfelt thanks to the dedicated AKIM team, the staff of Tiltan College, the Ministry of Welfare and Social Affairs, the parents, and of course, the outstanding students.

Wishing everyone continued success throughout the year!

08/01/2026

𝗪𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽 𝗮 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 🌱 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵, 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗠
👀Step inside a year of impact and meaningful change✨

02/01/2026

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁:
We caught up with Esti and Adam from AKIM Bat Yam community living for a quick chat about love, and they completely stole our hearts. 😍✨
𝑻𝒓𝒖𝒆 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆, 𝒑𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆.

Shirley Peleg
אקים ישראל Akim Israel

01/01/2026

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭
Recently, Kolenu leaders Regina Inyatov and Menachem Naizov—members of AKIM’s self-advocacy leadership movement of people with intellectual disabilities—were invited to the Knesset Welfare Committee.

They participated in a discussion about the details of the new Social Services Law for People with Disabilities, ensuring that their opinions and perspectives are factored into important decisions about the legislation.

With the support of AKIM’s Advocacy Coordinator Keren Dror, they exemplified true advocacy and dedication.

This is real leadership in action.
We are proud of you 👏👏

31/12/2025

During a recent visit to Mexico, Jack Frohlich, Director of International Relations, was interviewed by May Samra of the media outlet Enlace Judío about how AKIM makes inclusion a reality in Israel.

We’re grateful to May and the Enlace Judío team for sharing AKIM’s work with their vibrant community.

🎥 Watch the interview below.
https://youtu.be/jkh1jTMBBMM?si=4DfaZvFKo2GUnIrD

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25/12/2025

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲—𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
https://akimisrael.com/product/donation/
AKIM Israel works every day to ensure that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can live full, meaningful lives—just like anyone else.

For the past 7 decades, AKIM has been a national leader in empowering children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities.

Through education, community living, employment, leisure and recreation, and lifelong services, AKIM partners with families to help each person grow, thrive, and belong.

AKIM’s impact extends beyond those it serves directly. By raising awareness, creating opportunities for inclusion, and advocating for equality, AKIM is helping build a more accepting and compassionate Israeli society.

In the aftermath of October 7, 2023, we expanded support to meet the growing emotional and social needs of Israel’s most vulnerable populations—providing stability, continuity of care, and a sense of belonging during a time of profound uncertainty.

💙 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗔 𝗧𝗔𝗫-𝗗𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥-𝗘𝗡𝗗 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗣 𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗 𝗔 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗦𝗥𝗔𝗘𝗟 💙
https://akimisrael.com/product/donation/

24/12/2025

Wrapping up Hanukkah with light, warmth, and community across Israel ✨

Throughout the holiday, AKIM branches came together in many different ways - lighting candles, sharing festive meals, singing, dancing, traveling together, and spending meaningful time with friends and families.

Hanukkah reminds us that light is stronger when it’s shared.
And together, we carry that light forward all year long 🕎

23/12/2025

𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭.

For people with disabilities, speaking up and being listened to is not always a given.
That’s why 'Kolenu' exists - AKIM’S Self-advocacy Leadership Movement for people with intellectual disabilities.

Across Israel, 'Kolenu' groups work to promote inclusion, raise awareness, and take action in their local communities.

Recently, the 'Kolenu' group from AKIM Rosh HaAyin identified a serious safety hazard near a local employment center. They spoke up, reached out to the municipality, and asked for change.

The Mayor responded, the issue was fixed, and the group was invited to meet in person.

This is the power of voice.
Well done 👏🏻

18/12/2025

𝐀 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚 𝐋𝐨𝐭
Third-year students from AKIM and Bar-Ilan University’s Kelim Shluvím program spent the day bringing joy to residents of a local nursing home - including the grandmother of Shay, one of the students.

It was a warm and joyful visit. They sang, danced, and played music together, filling the space with light and good energy.

Wishing everyone a happy holiday 🕎

17/12/2025

Check out a warm Chanukah greeting and a song from the TLV Drama Troupe:

Members of the AKIM TLV Drama Troupe light the Chanukiah and have a message for the Jewish community in Sydney and around the world.

16/12/2025

𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐌 𝐁𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐚𝐦 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐥
Yesterday, on the second night of Hanukkah, we marked the reopening of the renovated AKIM Bat Yam Hostel.

The hostel has undergone a full renovation to improve safety, comfort, and quality of life for the residents.

The reopening took place 25 years after the hostel first opened during Hanukkah 2000, adding special meaning to the occasion.

The event was held in the presence of Bat Yam Mayor Tzvika Brot, together with community leaders, staff, residents, families, and friends. Participants lit Hanukkah candles, enjoyed a performance by the hostel choir, listened to greetings, and shared a festive holiday meal.

Jack Frohlich
Daniel Pascheles
Larry Rein Nir Neeman

14/12/2025

As we enter Chanukah with heavy hearts after the terror attack in Sydney, we stand in solidarity with the Australian communities and have them in our thoughts as we observe the holiday here in Israel.