Lamerhav Hosts Representatives from MSUPE
At the end of November, we had the honor of hosting representatives from the Faculty of Forensic Psychology at the Moscow State University of Psychology and Education (MSUPE). The objective of this visit was to give exposure and recognition to the Israeli care system of youth and young adults at-risk,
Vocational Training and Guidance: Opening the Smartphone Course 2019-2020
On November 26th, the "Partners for the Road" smartphone repair course was opened in Beer Sheva. During the course, the teens learn how to dismantle, assemble, and fix mobile-related malfunctions. They will complete the course with a smartphone technician certificate and can later work in the field, if they wish to.
Going Out into the World: A Farewell Gathering in Beer Sheva
On November 21st, an intimate and emotional evening took place at Lamerhav House in Beer Sheva. The House staff and Stage Three young adults marked the end of the Lamerhav process for six lovely young men and women. The graduating young adults have shared their thoughts regarding the process and
Global Impact: Lamerhav Visits Moscow
On November 20th, 2019, Natan Gelman, Lamerhav’s Professional Director, attended a conference dealing with various practices in addressing risk-taking behaviors among youth and young adults, at the Moscow State University of Psychology and Education (MSUPE). The conference was attended by NGO representatives, researchers, and managers of programs dealing with young
5 Tips for Correct Financial Conduct During Studies
Beware! A loan! During a financially stressed period, you should think carefully before taking out a loan or going into overdraft. It is not advisable to take loans for passing purposes (such as a trip, vacation, event, exceptional expense). If you have decided to take out a loan anyway, you
Lamerhav and Ten Gav: a great collaboration!
Very recently, an important collaboration has been established between Lamerhav and Ten Gav, which is designed to help the young adults participating in the program.Ten Gav is an internet crowd-funding platform that matches donors to individuals and families with specific needs (the application is evaluated based on the recommendations of
Lena Shemesh Rifkin: My Lamerhav experience
Lamerhav to me is like winning the lottery. This is an opportunity not to be missed. Lamerhav is one big family that only knows how to give and give, embrace and love, support and guide, and most importantly, accepts you as you are!
Chutes and Ladders Conference
On September 22nd, the Chutes and Ladders conference took place at the Lauder Employment Center in Beer Sheva. The conference dealt with the development of innovative models for the employment of young adults in the South, as part of the “Working Together Initiative (WTI), which is professionally supervised by Lamerhav
The Working Together Initiative (WTI) Meets the Director General of the Social Services.
On Monday, September 16th, 2019, Mr. Avigdor Kaplan, Director General of the Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs and Social Services, came for a visit in Beer Sheva, where the Working Together Initiative was presented to him. Together, the partners discussed the initiative to integrate young adults into meaningful employment in
