By Michael Kuttner…
As we prepare to celebrate the forthcoming Holy Days of the month of Tishri food plays a pivotal role.
In Israel there are many families who find this time of the year a challenge because they struggle to provide enough food.
Ironically there is a huge surplus of food which is wasted.
Leket Israel is an organization which tackles this problem of surplus amid shortages and provides food to needy families.
This video explains the challenges which must be overcome and how Leket successfully deals with the situation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtL6sfEFz7M
SKY HIGH
Watch and learn about the latest Israeli innovation in drone emergency response.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2A3jgyCpg8
SAVING LIVES
Israel is well known as a leader in first responder excellence.
Now United Hatzalah is taking the training of volunteer first responders to a new level which will result in saving more lives during emergency situations.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmLIjQDHgbM
CONTRASTING CHILDHOODS
This video explores the differences between children growing up in Israel and the USA.
What is true for the USA is also common in other countries.
The Israeli experience is perhaps unique.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQMKcM1jrmo
CONTRASTING LIFESTYLES
In a similar vein this video highlights the differences between the lifestyles of Israelis and Americans.
It helps to explain why longevity is greater in Israel.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9WJVGIyYYs
Michael Kuttner is a Jewish New Zealander who for many years was actively involved with various communal organisations connected to Judaism and Israel. He now lives in Israel.
[This article was originally published on J-Wire and is reproduced here with permission from Michael Kuttner.]
