- Community resiliency is a term commonly used to describe the ability of a community to endure and survive crisis situations. It encompasses the community's adaptability to changing circumstances and its capability to respond effectively.
- Assessment and reinforcement of Jewish community resilience is of utmost importance as Jewish communities are exposed to excess risk as potential targets for violent hate crimes and acts of terrorism.
- A resilient community is not only better prepared, it also has better resources allowing it to function effectively and cope better with unpleasant circumstances. Resilience is relevant not only at times of crisis but can also be useful when dealing with social, environmental, and economic adversities.
Our broad experience and know-how can help communities enhance their resilience, increase their preparedness, and improve the wellbeing of members of the community.
- The study of Jewish Communities aims to portray the unique characteristics of a community, to identify its strengths and weaknesses and to pave the path to a resilient community. We strive to enhance the sense of belonging and lead the process by and with members of the community.
- Proposed action includes:
(1) Familiarization with the community – understanding its challenges and needs; (2) conducting a population survey and data analysis; (3) discussing findings with community leadership; and (4) summarizing and writing the report.
If this applies to your community, please write to:
Prof. Limor Aharonson-Daniel limorad@bgu.ac.il
This initiative is led by:
Prof. Limor Aharonson-Daniel, Head of the PREPARED Center for Emergency Response Research at Ben-Gurion University of
the Negev and Prof. emeritus Mooli Lahad, Tel-Hai Academic College, founding president of the Community Stress Prevention Center (CSPC) in Kiryat Shmona.
