Remembering the Incredible life of Israeli Icon, Ruth Dayan

Weekly Story: Remembering the Incredible life of Israeli Icon, Ruth Dayan

Israeli feminist, fashion and peace icon, Ruth Dayan, passed away this week. President Reuven Rivlin eulogized her as “a woman who became an Israeli legend in her own lifetime.” She was laid to rest in her beloved agricultural community of Nahalal. 

Behind the Scenes of Israel’s COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign

Weekly Story: Behind the Scenes of Israel’s COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign

While the success of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign depends on countless professionals and dedicated frontline staff, Israelis were delighted to hear of one woman who played a pivotal role behind the scenes- Benita Elkon Baitner. 

Professor Sigal Sviri, Head of Hadassah Hospital’s COVID-19 Outbreak ICU Makes the Cover of Forbes Magazine’s Best Doctors in Israel 2020!

Weekly Story: Professor Sigal Sviri, Head of Hadassah Hospital’s COVID-19 Outbreak ICU Makes the Cover of Forbes Magazine’s Best Doctors in Israel 2020!

Each year, Forbes Israel compiles its Best Doctors in Israel list, selected based on exceptional medical achievements. This year, it was clear that the honour belongs to doctors at the forefront of the battle against COVID-19. 

Record Breaking Love

Weekly Story: Record Breaking Love

It’s been a record-breaking year for births at Hadassah Hospital, with more than 14,000 babies born- including 263 pairs of twins and 7 sets of triplets! Yet, this week, another record was broken when a mother gave birth to her 16thchild.  (The previous highest number of births per person was 15.) 

Women in Leadership Needed Now More Than Ever

Weekly Story: Women in Leadership Needed Now More Than Ever

CHW draws inspiration from H.E. Deborah Lyons, Ambassador of Canada to Israel, at an intimate gathering of women, representing organizations advancing social issues- including gender equality, accessibility, and social cohesion- in Israel and around the world. 

International Women’s Day

Weekly Story: International Women’s Day

As people around the world mark International Women’s Day, CHW would like to share how we play an integral role in impacting women’s rights and advancing the status of women.

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

Weekly Story: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

To bring awareness to this day, World WIZO held a conference in Tel Aviv. The focus was on the aggressor; the treatment and therapy that can be offered to help make a positive change. Read more to learn about the conference and see a special video.

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