Founded in 1982, ELEM/Youth in Distress in Israel is the country’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to treating and transforming the lives of troubled youth. ELEM’s 280 professionals and more than 1,700 volunteers don't wait for referrals to treat these youth, but seek them out on their turf -- on the streets, in schools, on the Internet and at bars and nightclubs. The 25,000 young people we serve annually and the additional 100,000 youth who reach out to ELEM online each year face tremendous challenges, such as: domestic violence, substance abuse, neglect, bullying, homelessness and prostitution. ELEM works with secular and religious Jews; Christian and Muslim Arabs including Bedouins; immigrants, including those from the Former Soviet Union and Ethiopia; and the LGBT community. Many live on the streets and most of them will not seek help from traditional social service groups. Our 78 programs in 43 cities provide counseling, mentoring, vocational training and a safe space for Israeli youth to envision a positive future for themselves and become productive members of Israeli society.

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ELEM USA - Youth in Distress in Israel

Inbal Dor Kerbel

Shir Gaash

Ruba Saadi

Nati Ben David

Channa Shklovsky

Keren Eshel

Nava Barak

Liora Attias

The Leadership Team at ELEM USA plays a crucial role in guiding the organization's strategic vision and operational effectiveness. Comprising the CEO, Vice President, Chief Executive Officer, and President, this team develops initiatives to enhance programs, foster community partnerships, and ensure sustainable funding, all while advocating for the needs of at-risk youth across Israel. They are dedicated to creating an environment that empowers young people to overcome challenges and build brighter futures.

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