Project Kesher

Ahead of Shavuot, PKI CEO Rabbi Olya Weinstein spoke with Vesti about proposed changes to Israel’s Law of Return, including efforts that could revoke recognition of non-Orthodox conversions. If adopted, these changes would have profound consequences for hundreds of thousands of converts—many of them Russian-speaking immigrants—as well as for liberal Judaism, civil society, and the democratic future of Israel.

In the interview, Rabbi Olya addressed the growing polarization within Israeli society, the rise of religious fundamentalism, and the critical importance of maintaining equal recognition for non-Orthodox conversions within Israeli public life. Her remarks came just before Shavuot, the holiday on which Jews traditionally read the story of Ruth, a powerful narrative of choice, belonging, and joining the Jewish people.

The conversation underscored the importance of protecting a vision of Israel rooted in pluralism, inclusion, and dignity for all members of the Jewish community. Watch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXgtJldPXr

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This spring, with support from the Karma Foundation, the Women’s Opportunity Fund of Ukraine delivered 12 electric bicycles to medical staff at the Losynivka Primary Health Care Center in the Chernihiv region—helping expand access to care for residents in surrounding rural communities. Serving villages located up to 20 kilometers away, healthcare workers often travel long distances to reach patients, including those with limited mobility.

The new e-bikes will significantly improve efficiency and reduce physical strain, enabling medical staff to reach more patients each day—often doubling the number of home visits they can complete. Alongside the bicycles, staff also received protective raincoats and reusable water bottles to support their daily work in all conditions.

This initiative is part of a broader effort: in 2025 alone, WOF-UA provided 140 e-bikes to frontline and border-region medical facilities across Ukraine. By increasing mobility and reducing travel time, these investments are strengthening healthcare delivery and supporting the resilience of both providers and the communities they serve.