Merav Galili, at The Blogs

Aug 5, 2024, 2:10 PM

Last week’s atrocious rocket attack on the Druze village of Majdal Shams, which killed 12 children, is another reminder of the obligation Israel has towards its Druze population. While the situation of the Golan Heights Druze is somewhat different...

Jun 13, 2024, 11:57 PM

Commemorating history and embracing unity

Holocaust survivors impacted by the October 7 attacks visit Auschwitz as part of a Menomadin delegation from the south of Israel to this year's March of the Living, May 6, 2024. (Menomadin Foundation)

Israel’s 76th Independence Day, commemorated last month amid ongoing conflict, underscored the enduring efforts to protect our homeland and emerge from current crises stronger than before. This vivid reflection of the historical narrative of Jewish perseverance continued with the...

May 16, 2024, 7:50 PM

Atop a volcano of antisemitism

In the deceptive calm before a volcano erupts, signs of impending turmoil often go unnoticed. This quiet tension mirrors the recent experiences of many Jews in the United States. The events of October 7 in Israel, and the following...

Apr 18, 2024, 4:09 PM

Pioneers in the desert

Israeli children play by a colorfully painted concrete protective shelter in the kibbutz of Nahal Oz, on July 6, 2015. (Miriam Alster/Flash90)

In the heart of the Negev Desert, where the sun beats relentlessly upon the arid landscape, stands a powerful symbol of resilience and communal spirit: the Israeli Gaza envelope region communities. Founded in the 1930s by pioneers who sought...

Mar 28, 2024, 5:13 PM

Reconstructing Israel’s social safety net

The October 7 attacks and the months of subsequent war have left Israel confronting not only the scars of battle but also the fault lines within its welfare state. What once may have seemed like minor imperfections in the...

Feb 25, 2024, 3:22 PM

How the Diaspora can elevate commitment to Israel to a new, more powerful level

Jewish National Fund collection boxes (Wikimedia commons/David Shay)

The bond between Israel and the Jewish Diaspora has been a cornerstone of resilience and solidarity throughout history, manifesting through various forms of support from financial contributions to advocacy efforts and cultural exchanges. However, as Israel confronts multifaceted challenges stemming...

Feb 13, 2024, 12:15 AM

From adversity to advantage: How Israel’s impact landscape grew out of conflict

An aerial view of the Ayalon highway running between Tel Aviv and Ramat Gan, October 17, 2018. (Matanya Tausig/FLASH90)

In the tumultuous landscape of perpetual conflict, Israel has demonstrated a remarkable capacity to transform adversity into opportunity. Despite the challenges, Israel's unwavering spirit and entrepreneurial drive have repeatedly spurred a profound evolution, giving rise to the renowned Israeli...

Jan 29, 2024, 2:19 PM

Fueling a wartime economic revival through academic R&D

On October 7th, thousands of hi-tech workers, from developers to CEOs, joined their brothers and sisters on the battlefield to defend their country. No sector of Israel’s economy has been immune to the current challenges; but perhaps no sector...

Jan 18, 2024, 3:26 PM

Healing war wounds with Israeli health-tech

Wounded Israeli soldiers from the south arrive at the Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in Jerusalem, October 7, 2023. (Noam Revkin Fenton/Flash90)

The October 7th attack on Israel, bringing with it many challenges for the country, prompted heightened activity among Israeli health-tech startups. Committed to addressing physical and mental harm with each line of code, these companies are playing a crucial...

Jan 11, 2024, 3:52 PM

Brace for impact: How best to invest in Israel during war

In the midst of the ongoing challenges faced by the State of Israel, compounded by global economic uncertainty, investors find themselves charting unfamiliar waters. The inherent risk of startup investments becomes more pronounced in times of crisis. Yet, against...

About Me

Dr. Merav Galili is the CEO of the Menomadin Foundation, an international Israeli-based impact fund that promotes innovative solutions to sustainable development challenges in Israel and Africa, in a model that combines strategic philanthropy and impact investments. Over two decades in senior management positions in academia and non-profit organizations, Dr. Galili has specialized in establishing local and international partnerships to promote business and social initiatives. In her last position, she served as Vice President for Development at Bar-Ilan University.