Israel Working to Advance Women Working in Local Authorities

Jerusalem, 24 July, 2025 (TPS-IL) — The Authority for the Advancement of the Status of Women in Israel’s Ministry of Social Equality is launching a pilot program designed to enhance the place and influence of women in the local and community arena.

The goal of the pilot: Providing tools, resources, and guidance to women in local authorities – with the aim of expanding their circles of influence in the areas of public leadership, the economy, and community resilience.

Out of 149 authorities that responded to the call for applications, 42 authorities were selected to participate in the pilot – and receive a rich support basket within a total budget of over NIS 10 million.

Among the program’s components are a comprehensive needs mapping process and the construction of a strategic work plan for the local authority, the establishment of houses and centers for female leadership, the construction and operation of local women’s councils, and a variety of workshops that will deal with public leadership, business entrepreneurship, personal resilience, economic management, and self-defense.