Establishment of the Dimona Medical Center
Establishment of the Dimona Medical Center The Merage Medical Center in Dimona is the second-largest and most important medical center in the Negev, other than the Soroka Hospital. The large compound includes a trauma room, specialist clinics, and a dialysis clinic. The complex is open 24 hours a day, providing local residents with highly professional […]
Establishment of the Study Library at Zin School Midreshet Ben-Gurion
Establishment of the Study Library at Zin School, Midreshet Ben-Gurion The library is a continuation of the rebuilding of the new Zin Elementary School. The library is in honor of Katherine Merage, who has been contributing to many initiatives supporting Israel’s future and the Negev in particular. Previous Next
Promoting Health Equality in the Negev
Promoting Health Equality in the Negev The purpose of the conference is to outline applicable and multi-annual action plans to address health disparities in the Negev region and to keep this issue on the public agenda. The conference is held by academics in the fields of health and economic policy, representatives of health organizations (the […]
Promoting Culture in the Negev
Promoting Culture in the Negev The Merage Foundation views the connection between culture, original local creation and economic development as a key in promoting life in the Negev. That is the reason the foundation has supported dozens of cultural ventures across the Negev, including the encouragement of creative programs, festivals, and performances that have expanded […]
Promoting Settlement in the Negev
Promoting Settlement in the Negev The Merage Foundation has made it one of its primary goals to encourage young people in Israel to settle the Negev. It has been doing so by connecting between them and presenting them with settlement opportunities through conferences in Tel Aviv and introductory tours in communities across the Negev. Previous […]
Promoting the Establishment of the Nevatim Airport
Promoting the Establishment of the Nevatim Airport In order to ensure sustainable economic development in the region, the Merage Foundation has joined the Negev Council, which has been promoting the establishment of an airport in Nevatim. Previous Next
Urban Planning and Regional Development
Urban Planning and Regional Development The Merage Foundation supported Negev Municipalities in city center redevelopment planning through public participation processes (Charrettes), and a geographical information system for data-driven decision-making. In addition, an unprecedented delegation of mayors and city planners visited Germany on a four-day workshop to learn about the latest models in urban planning and […]
The Merage Foundation Entrepreneurship Program
The Merage Foundation Entrepreneurship Program A unique training course for entrepreneurs who are interested in starting an innovative business in the Negev. The program includes weekly meetings in which the entrepreneurs meet with professionals as well as potential investors, in accordance with their business’ progress, and gain the knowledge they need in order to make […]
The Negev Municipal Authorities Forum
The Negev Municipal Authorities Forum The forum led by heads of municipalities met on a regular basis to discuss ongoing strategic issues in order to build a comprehensive master plan for the region’s development. Previous Next