Opportunity, Inclusion, Belonging.

Leading the Way to Inclusion.

Inclusion in the Neighborhood: Tzila & Yaron enjoying a warm welcome from their new friends and neighbors.

Opportunity, Inclusion, Belonging.

Leading the Way to Inclusion.

Inclusion in the Workplace: Ruad enthusiastically working at a pharmacy in Tel Aviv and enjoying community living in an AKIM apartment nearby.

Opportunity, Inclusion, Belonging.

Leading the Way to Inclusion.

Inclusion in Relationships: Bluma & Shlomo sharing their life together in community living in Rehovot.

Opportunity, Inclusion, Belonging.

Leading the Way to Inclusion.

Inclusion in the IDF: Meir believes ‘the sky is not the limit’ due to his standout service in the IDF through the Equal in Uniform Program.“

Opportunity, Inclusion, Belonging.

Leading the Way to Inclusion.

Inclusion in Social Media:  Mori is finding success and acceptance as an avid YouTuber and budding TikToker.“

Opportunity, Inclusion, Belonging.

Leading the Way to Inclusion.

Inclusion in the Arts: Avraham taking center stage with actress Esti Zackheim during a successful performance with his theater group.“

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Family members supported by AKIM

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Individuals with IDD represented by AKIM

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People with IDD living independently in AKIM Community Living

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Proud Alumni of AKIM’s EQUAL IN UNIFORM Program

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Individuals successfully employed with support from AKIM each year

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Persons receiving treatment yearly through our dental care program

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Inclusion for all people. In all aspects of life. It's not just a dream - it's AKIM.

At AKIM Israel, we don’t simply strive for inclusion – we create it. Founded in 1951, AKIM has grown and operated on the simple belief that every individual deserves the right to achieve their happiest, fullest and most independent life in Israel.

We provide and promote: Opportunity, Inclusion and Belonging for all individuals in Israel with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) & their families. With the support of our dedicated staff, devoted volunteers, and generous donors, we currently operate across 67 branches in 88 municipalities all across Israel.

Legal Advice & Grassroots Advocacy

AKIM’s advocacy on behalf of people with IDD is led by a legal department widely regarded for its unparalleled professionalism. Specializing in the fields of disability legislation and the rights of people with disabilities, our team combines legal experience and passion with community activism and compassion. They are shaping the world to meet the needs of all people and actively advocating for the realization of rights.

Our Programs & Services

Through our programs and services, and a person-centered approach, we directly enrich, influence, and enhance the lives of Israelis with intellectual disabilities and their families in communities across Israel.

Our Chairman’s Word

“As I started my role as Akim’s chairman, I found myself entering a living space with an inner language that believes in the ability of humans and society to change. This language seeks to put the person at the center and produce a supportive and inclusive system around him, advocating and motivating for maximum inclusion.”

Rabbi Dr. Benjamin Lau

Chairman of AKIM Israel

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