Committee Statements
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  • Committee Statements

    • Social Development

      10.09.2012
      Last month Israel ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The ratification of the convention is an important step toward realizing the Millennium Development ...
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    • Abuse and Violence

      08.23.2012
      Israel has several laws to protect older persons. Israeli laws guarantee free care and protection for older persons. Under the law, reporting is mandatory in instances of elderly abuse.
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    • Autonomy, Independent Living & Healthcare

      08.22.2012
      Adviser Yoni Ish-Hurwitz spoke about Israel's commitment to empower older persons in their communities and to support their families. Yoni highlighted Israel's comprehensive legislation in ...
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    • Working Committee on Ageing

      08.22.2012
      Israel has in place a number of programs that provide job opportunities for older persons, including competency training and job placement. These programs provide extra income, contribute t ...
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    • Agriculture Technology for Development

      12.01.2011
      Central to the Jewish tradition is a principle known in Hebrew as Tikkun Olam, which calls on us to mend the world and make it a better place. The diverse support behind this resolution rev ...
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