The second “Ben Gurion Report” Conference
The “Ben Gurion Report” Conference was held for the second time, led by the Merage Foundation Israel, with the aim of reviewing the government’s decisions regarding the development of the Negev over the past year through the presentation of the second “Ben Gurion Report.” We had the honor of hosting President Isaac Herzog, local authority […]
Establishment an emergency humanitarian fund
Following the “Iron Swords” war, the Merage Foundation established an emergency fund for humanitarian aid to support the injured soldiers and the kibbutzim affected by the October 7th attack and many other organizations.
Launching the “Yoga Arava” Festival
Known as the the largest yoga gathering in the Middle East, the Yoga Arava festival includes more than 40 yoga workshops, held by the best teachers from Israel and around the world. Guests are able to stay in over 60 different guest houses ranging from lone farms, desert suites, and pampering guest houses.
“Creating Dreams in the Negev”
Over 150 young artists across the Negev are able to participate in a six-month professional workshop in the fields of music, dance and theater. Classes consist of enrichment sessions, professional lectures, rehearsals, performances and master classes with leading artists in their fields.
Launching the “InDnegev” Festival
Backed by the Merage Foundation, the annual InDnegev festival takes place every October and is one of the leading independent music festivals in Israel, featuring a wide range of musical genres and styles.
Renaming the Foundation
Queen Esther Foundation” is officially renamed the “Merage Foundation Israel”.
Launching programs in the Negev
Founding the Center for Iranian Studies at TAU
Founding the Center for Iranian Studies at Tel Aviv University in collaboration with Lord Alliance. The unique research center focuses on Iran’s culture and history.
Establishing the “The Iranian Immigrants’ Women Club”
“The Iranian Immigrants’ Women Club” is established by women, for women. The social-volunteer space enables women to learn, create, network, grow, volunteer and collaborate with one another.
Launching the “Wings” Program
Wings assists new immigrants who have made an “Aliyah” from the time they first arrive in Israel, through their military service and until several years after their release from the IDF.