Igor K., 40, is an invalid who came to Israel less than one year ago from Luhansk, Ukraine. Since childhood he has struggled with diabetes, and today he can barely walk; with his knee distorted by a 30 degree angle, he is fully reliant on a crutch to support the right side of his body. When asked about his day-to-day challenges in his new homeland, he says his biggest impediment is isolation.
Kevin hardly remembers Argentina’s economic collapse in 2001 because the crisis in his home started long before then. Find out how JDC answered this troubled family’s call for help and how Kevin is giving back to his community today.
Pini Mendel, co-founder of a boutique tech company, is one of Israel’s trailblazing social entrepreneurs. Find out how JDC’s employment initiative helps him fully staff his pioneering firm with 90 ultra-Orthodox women who are among the best programmers in the business.
As the Jewish State celebrates its independence, JDC redoubles its commitment to Israel's struggling citizens. Find out how JDC’s Mafteach employment centers equipped a Haredi father of new triplets with the skills and confidence to land his first job and support his family.
By the time Huda reached JDC’s Center for Young Adults, she had dropped out of school, was hanging out with a bad crowd, and spending time on the streets. Find out how JDC's Center for Young Adults put her on a bright new course.
When Oleg’s long-time employer laid him off, his family spiraled below the poverty line. Learn how JDC’s Ariel Job Center got this father back on his feet and brought him closer to the Jewish community.
In Rehovot, JDC is advancing opportunity and achievement among the youngest Ethiopian-Israelis. Share Ashgaram's journey to become a high-school graduate on the cusp of a brilliant future.