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20/04/2026

A quiet but important shift is happening in Israel’s education system 👇

A new study from the Taub Center highlights the rise of “boundary-crossing teachers” educators working in school systems different from the ones they were trained in.

The numbers tell the story:
• The share of Arab teachers in Hebrew State schools has quadrupled since 2010
• Nearly 1 in 4 Hebrew State schools now employ at least two Arab teachers
• State-religious schools are increasingly relying on teachers trained in Haredi institutions

What began as a response to staffing shortages is now reshaping classrooms — and creating new opportunities for connection across different parts of Israeli society.

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This study by the Taub Center for Social Policy Studies in Israel points to a growing phenomenon of “boundary-crossing teachers,” reshaping the composition of Israeli teaching staff. Nachum Blass, Principal Researcher and Chair, Taub Center Education Policy Program,...

29/03/2026

Don’t miss it!

TODAY at 12:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM Israel time.
A timely Taub Center webinar on the war’s impact and the 2026 State Budget.

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24/03/2026

As the war continues to shape life in Israel, what does it mean for society and how is it reflected in the 2026 State Budget?

Join the Taub Center for an important and timely webinar exploring these questions.

🗓 Sunday, March 29
🕛 12:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM Israel time

Prof. Avi Weiss will share updated data on the toll of the war, alongside Nir Kaidar, who will provide an in-depth look at the 2026 State Budget—focusing on education, health, and welfare, and where philanthropic support can make a meaningful difference.

We hope you’ll join us.

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22/03/2026

Happening TODAY: A critical conversation on Israel’s evolving reality

As developments continue to unfold in the war with Iran, what do they mean for Israel’s society and resilience?

Join us for a timely Taub Center webinar featuring:
🔹 Prof. Nadav Davidovich on the current health and mental health landscape
🔹 Col. (Ret.) Miri Eisin on the shifting geopolitical picture

🗓 Today, Sunday, March 22
⏰ 1:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM Israel

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18/03/2026

Webinar: Israel at War: Understanding the Implications

As the situation surrounding Israel’s war with Iran continues to evolve, join us for a timely conversation about the latest developments and what they may mean for Israel’s society and economy.

We will also hear from Prof. Nadav Davidovich, Taub Center Health Policy Chair, who will discuss the current health and mental health situation in Israel, and from Col. (Ret.) Miri Eisin, Chair of the Taub Center Board, who will provide a geopolitical perspective on the unfolding events.

📅 Sunday, March 22, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM Israel

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16/03/2026

Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey (in Hebrew) about the impact of the war on young children and family life. Thank you!

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👶 הורים לילדים בגיל שנתיים עד 6 ?

מרכז טאוב והמרכז האקדמי רופין עורכים סקר קצר על השפעת המלחמה על ילדים צעירים ועל חיי המשפחה.

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🙏 נשמח מאוד אם תוכלו להשיב על הסקר, וגם לשתף את הלינק עם הורים נוספים.
🙏 נשמח מאוד אם תוכלו להשיב על הסקר, וגם לשתף את הלינק עם הורים נוספים

שלום רב, אנו עורכים סקר בקרב הורים לילדים בגיל שנתיים ועד 6 (כולל) כדי להבין כיצד המלחמה הנוכחית משפיעה על חיי המשפחה. המטרה היא ללמוד טוב יותר על הצרכים של משפחות עם י....

09/03/2026

Amid the rapidly evolving situation in Israel, we met last night for an important discussion on the country’s economic outlook, the impact on families and children, and the road ahead.

Thank you to Prof. Avi Weiss, Col. (Ret.) Miri Eisin, Dr. Carmel Blank, and Prof. Benjamin Bental for sharing their thoughtful insights.

You can watch the recording here:

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08/03/2026

📢 Join us TODAY for a timely webinar!

🗣️ Israel at War with Iran — our Taub Center experts will provide an update on the evolving situation and its broader implications for Israel’s society and economy. 🧠📊

📅 Sunday, March 8
⏰ 2:00 PM EST / 8:00 PM Israel

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02/03/2026

Last night, the Taub Center - מרכז טאוב hosted a timely webinar on the Iranian attack on Israel, featuring Col. (Ret.) Miri Eisin, Chair of our Board, and Prof. Avi Weiss, President of the Taub Center. They shared insights on Israel’s response, economic impact, and the evolving geopolitical landscape.

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01/03/2026

🇮🇱 Israel at War with Iran — A Special Emergency Webinar

In a rapidly changing and uncertain moment, understanding what is happening and what it means for Israel’s society and economy is more important than ever.

Join the Taub Center - מרכז טאוב for Social Policy Studies in Israel for a timely webinar examining the geopolitical developments surrounding the war with Iran and the immediate effects on Israel.

🗓 Sunday, March 1
🕖 7:00 PM (Israel) | 12:00 PM (Eastern)

Hear from:
• Col. (Ret.) Miri Eisin, Chair of the Taub Center Board
• Prof. Avi Weiss, President of the Taub Center
• Taub Center researchers and policy experts

Together, they will discuss:
✔ The evolving geopolitical landscape
✔ The response of Israel’s health and welfare systems
✔ Immediate economic implications and outlook

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04/02/2026

📢 New Taub Center Research on Autism in Israel

Our latest study, conducted with the KI Research Institute, reveals significant inequalities in how autism is formally recognized across Israel. Children in Haredi neighborhoods are, on average, diagnosed and deemed eligible for benefits about two years later than their peers, meaning many miss crucial early intervention opportunities. In parallel, children from the Arab sector and lower-income communities are far less likely to be identified at all, despite similar risk factors.

The research highlights an actionable solution: using Israel’s existing Tipat Halav clinic system to implement universal early screening, helping more children get the support they need sooner.

📄 Read the full findings and implications here: https://www.taubcenter.org.il/en/research/autism/

For media inquiries or to arrange interviews with the authors, please contact: [email protected]

A new study by the Taub Center for Social Policy Studies in Israel, conducted in collaboration with the KI Research Institute, reveals systemic barriers in autism services that are depriving children in disadvantaged communities of critical early intervention....

29/01/2026

📘 The State of the Nation Report 2025 is here

The Taub Center - מרכז טאוב is proud to release the State of the Nation Report 2025, which brings together new data and clear, accessible analysis of the issues that shape everyday life in Israel.

This year’s report takes a close look at demography, the economy, employment, health, the environment, education, and welfare—offering a comprehensive picture of where we are today and where we may be headed.

The report is edited by Prof. Avi Weiss, President of the Taub Center and Professor of Economics at Bar-Ilan University.

We invite you to explore the findings, share them, and join the conversation about Israel’s social and economic future.

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The Taub Center is proud to present the Singer Series State of the Nation Report 2025, edited by Prof. Avi Weiss. The chapters of the report will be released gradually over the coming month. The book will include new chapters that address the areas of macroeconomics, the labor market, education, soc...