Youth

Nirim – Changing the lives of high-risk youth in Israel

“It doesn’t matter where you came from, whether you have a criminal record, or what mistakes you have made. If you are willing to work hard and change, the sky is the limit."

Raz Karni, Head of the Nirim Youth Village.
Protesters gather outside a court in Petah Tikva, holding signs and calling for justice following the killing of Yemanu Binyamin Zalka, a Pizza Hut employee who was stabbed and later died of his wounds on the eve of Independence Day, May 5, 2026.

Four minors face murder charges in killing of Destao Tzakul, indictment expected soon

Raz Karni, Head of Nirim Youth Village

Nirim Youth Village head discusses turning trauma into strength at 'Post' conference

PEOPLE GATHER outside a court in Lod, calling for justice following the killing of Yemanu Binyamin Zalka, on May 10, 2026.

Court extends detention of sixteen minors arrested for Independence Day murder of Yemano Zalka


Young Israeli innovators showcase military-inspired tech at Rishon Lezion innovation event

Approximately 200 students participated in "Shark Day," a youth innovation showcase aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and creative thinking among future tech leaders.


The youth of Gush Katif: The trauma, struggles of the once-teens of Israel's Gaza settlements

How a few teens dealt with the trauma of the expulsion, and where are they today?

AN IDF soldier uproots residents from their Neveh Dekalim home, Aug. 2005.

A quiet act of kindness changes lives in north Miami

 Construction of the new building in progress

A source of hope during crisis: the next generation rises to lead, create and inspire - opinion

Thousands of teens across the country are building solutions driven by their belief in a better future.

 THE COMPETITION last year: This summer, while much of Israel grapples with fear, uncertainty, and national emergency, thousands of teens across the country are building, says the writer.

Police arrest six minors, one Israeli suspect in gang-affiliated Tel Aviv bus assault

Police have announced that all suspects will be brought before the court today for hearings on extending their detention.

 Buses in central Jerusalem, February 12, 2025

Ben Shemen Youth Village appeals for support amid demand to shelter vulnerable children

Historic youth village that shaped the lives of Shimon Peres and Haim Saban urgently needs to expand facilities

The Ben Shemen Youth Village in central Israel

The Bridge for Youth NPO moves into its new home in northern Tel Aviv

Encouraging Growth: The Bridge for Youth NPO has relocated one of its "warm homes" from the Neve Sharett neighborhood to Atidim Park in northern Tel Aviv.

 Atidim Park in northern Tel Aviv

Ancient 'Hunger Games'? Brutal youth sacrifice rituals found in Bronze Age Turkey

"A group of teenagers who were gathered—either forcibly or voluntarily—to perform extreme rituals."

 Ancient 'Hunger Games'? Brutal youth sacrifice rituals found in Bronze Age Turkey.

The children are our future: Vote in the World Zionist Congress elections - opinion

As you cast your vote in the World Zionist Congress elections, vote for Kol Israel because there’s no greater investment we can make today for a better future than in our youth.

 A JEWISH CHILD dressed as a clown celebrates Purim in Hebron on March 16. Kol Israel is committed to blazing a trail to allow our next generation to be the next greatest generation, the writer informs.

Jewish Youth across Europe embrace Bible Quiz in historic competition

Munich event sees record participation as young Jews reconnect with tradition and identity.

 An illustrative image of a Torah scroll and a shofar for Yom Kippur.