Prof. Alice Shalvi, founder of ISRWN and a champion for gender equality and education, has passed away. She established Pelech, a religious girls’ school in Jerusalem, and served as a mentor and inspiration to many in the NIF family.
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of @ISRWN founder Prof. Alice Shalvi.
You may also like to watch : Who Is Kamala Harris? Biography - Parents - Husband - Sister - Career - Indian - Jamaican Heritage
She tirelessly campaigned for gender equality and access to education, founding Pelech, a religious girls' school in Jerusalem, and was a mentor and inspiration for so many in the NIF family.
— New Israel Fund UK (@newisraelfunduk) October 2, 2023
We are deeply saddened to report the passing of Prof. Alice Shalvi, founder of the Israel Women’s Network (ISRWN), at the age of 94. The news of her demise was announced by the New Israel Fund UK on their official Twitter account. The cause of her death is currently unknown.
You may also like to watch: Is US-NATO Prepared For A Potential Nuclear War With Russia - China And North Korea?
Prof. Alice Shalvi was a prominent advocate for gender equality and access to education. Her tireless efforts and dedication to these causes have left an indelible mark on Israeli society. One of her most significant contributions was the establishment of Pelech, a religious girls’ school in Jerusalem. Through Pelech, Prof. Shalvi sought to provide young girls with the opportunity to receive a quality education that was rooted in religious values.
Born in Germany in 1926, Prof. Shalvi and her family fled to England in 1934 to escape the rise of Nazism. She later moved to Israel in 1949, where she became a pivotal figure in the feminist movement. Prof. Shalvi served as the chairperson of the Israel Women’s Network, an organization she co-founded in 1984. Under her leadership, the ISRWN played a crucial role in promoting gender equality and advocating for the rights of women in Israel.
Prof. Shalvi’s impact extended beyond her work with the ISRWN. She served as a mentor and inspiration to countless individuals within the New Israel Fund family. Her unwavering commitment to social justice and her ability to empower others made her an influential figure in the fight for equality.
The passing of Prof. Alice Shalvi leaves a void in the realm of gender equality and education advocacy. Her legacy will continue to inspire future generations to strive for a more just and equitable society. As we mourn her loss, we remember her remarkable achievements and the profound impact she had on the lives of many. Our thoughts and condolences go out to her family, friends, and all those who were touched by her remarkable spirit..
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of @ISRWN founder Prof. Alice Shalvi.
She tirelessly campaigned for gender equality and access to education, founding Pelech, a religious girls’ school in Jerusalem, and was a mentor and inspiration for so many in the NIF family.
— New Israel Fund UK (@newisraelfunduk) October 2, 2023
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js
