ZAKA

ZAKA is an Israeli emergency response service who respond to natural disasters, road accidents, murders, and terrorist attacks. 

Made up of mostly ultra-Orthodox (haredi) Jews, ZAKA volunteers also work in identifying the deceased and, if needed, gathering the blood and body parts in order to aid in the burial process. 

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  Eli Beer, Dovi Weissenstern, Rabbi Yossi Erblich.

No. 44: Duby Weissensetrn,, Eli Beer, Rabbi Yossi Erblich: Israel's medical heroes

Duby Weissensetrn, CEO of ZAKA, has led the organization to be recognized by the UN following its significant involvement in global disaster relief efforts.

'Deserved twice over': ZAKA receives Shield Award for 'crucial' work

'We could not have functioned without your kindness'.

By AVICHAY CHAIM
14/07/2024

Grapevine May 10, 2024: Shared emotions

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

This Independence Day, we cry for the independence taken from our hostages

We also honor those who have fought on varying fronts for the existence and safety of the Israeli people and the State of Israel as a whole. They are the salt of the earth.

Jews outnumber anti-Israel rally against ZAKA at NJ synagogue

Jews from communities across the region stood in front of the synagogue with Israeli and American flags, outnumbering the dozens of pro-Palestinian activists.

Activists protest October 7 first aid, burial group at NJ synagogue

The event had planned to hear first-hand accounts of the ZAKA workers and their search and rescue operations on October 7.

Pro-Palestinian activists plan protest against ZAKA at New Jersey synagogue

The protests, which are organized by pro-Palestinian activist groups, has been called antisemitic by local Jewish groups who have called on authorities to prevent the protest.

Israeli government spokesman Eylon Levy seeks to raise funds for ZAKA, receives backlash on X

Levy had posted an earlier video in December to announce that for every greeting booked through cameo, all proceeds would go towards supporting ZAKA workers stock upon supplies and ambulance

In the wake of October 7 massacre, ZAKA volunteers grapple with trauma

After October 7, even experienced disaster responders show signs of trauma like night terrors and fatigue, indicating a pressing need for support.

By TZVI HASSID
06/03/2024
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