Multi-Cultural Programs

Understanding the unique needs of adolescents from recent immigrant populations, ELEM has pioneered special programs expressly for young people from the Former Soviet Union and Ethiopia. In addition, innovative, culturally-sensitive programs have been initiated for Arabs, Druze and ultra-orthodox Jews.

There are culturally specific programs to help ease the transition to life in Israel, both for the young person as an individual and within the context of the family. ELEM also trains social workers from various cultures and volunteers within the immigrant community throughout Israel to increase their awareness, knowledge, sensitivity, and effectiveness in working with these youngsters.

Migdalor Centers – provide a solution for young people who find it difficult to integrate into formal institutions and who are in high-risk situations. The activities conducted at the Centers include academic studies, athletics, music, computers, workshops focusing on sexuality, drug and alcohol abuse, and enrichment studies.

There are five Migdalor Centers open in cities with a high level of cultural diversity including Kiryat Malachi, Bat Yam, Petach Tikva, Ashdod and Yarka.