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VISION

Channeling the power of sports to bring together varied communities in the region, we're creating a healthier, inclusive and interconnected future where the next generation spearheads transformational social change

CONNECTING DIVERSE COMMUNITIES

Social Impact

IN ISRAEL

In Israel

AT THE FOREFRONT OF TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE

Sports for Social Change (SSC) has been at the forefront of harnessing the transformative power of sports to unite diverse communities across Israel. Originally the founding organization of the Sport for Social Change Coalition, SSC has now evolved into an integral part of the Sport for Social Impact (SSI) program, supported by the Azrieli Foundation. This transition marks our continued commitment to leveraging sports as a catalyst for societal development and inclusivity

SOCIAL IMPACT THROUGH SPORTS

Coalition Members

SSC remains dedicated to connecting diverse communities through sports. By focusing on regional sports initiatives since 2023, we have strengthened our approach to social change. Our efforts extend to hosting regional events and producing impactful documentaries like Shadya, showcasing the unifying power of sports across different sectors of Israeli society.

In the Region

IN THE REGION

Refugees from Syria, Afghanistan, Iraq, Lesvos Island

Regional Encounters

Turkey, Israel, Jordan, Palestinian Ter.

GAZA PEACE RIDE

Instructors from

Turkey, Egypt, Greece, Iran, Jordan, Israel, Palestinian Ter.

MIDDLE EAST PEACE RUN

Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, Palestinian Ter.

Featured Activities

in the region

2016

Jordan-Israel Martial Arts Training

2016

3rd Regional seminar of Martial arts for Peace training on the beach

2016 Int Beach training with Japanese ambassador. Delegates from Jordan, Senegal, Israel, and Palestine

2021

RECOGNITION AWARD

Chairman of Sport for Social Change receives the Order of Australia Medal for services to the International Community, particularly for the contribution to peace and sport in the region.

2019

Ride for Peace -

2023

Beatie Deutsch - Tokyo Marathon

An Israeli Olympian and a Jewish orthodox mother of 5 competes in the Tokyo Marathon as a run-up for the Paris Olympics. She runs in a skirt promoting modesty, women empowerment, and traditional values and has a following of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim women.

2017

Maccabi NSW Hall of Fame

2018

Netflix - Fight world

Budo for Peace was featured in the last episode. It shows a beach training with Jewish and Arab kids and interviews instructors and youth the values that were taught.