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Even the strongest of us experience moments of weakness. We all need a safety net to support us in times of need, when we find ourselves struggling.
That is what we are here for.
Chaverim Makshivim (“listening friends”) hotline provides teenagers, young adults and parents some practical and effective tools and knowledge to cope successfully with everyday challenges.
The guidance we offer includes multiple key topics: family relationships and parenthood, feelings and emotions, anxiety and depression, social relationships, Tzniut, Emuna questions, internet challanges, personal dilemmas, social media, the challenges of new Olim, and many other issues that religious teenagers and adults face with every single day.
The hotline staff includes senior and experienced professionals from various fields of expertise and disciplines: psychologists, clinical social workers, educational consultants, adolescence experts, and informal education professionals. They are all operate through nights and days, voluntarily, in order to make sure that none of our kids are left alone. This is a one of a kind professional hotline, that enables every teenager and parent to share their problems and receive significant tools to start feeling better.
When we love someone, when we sense distress, when we care about each other – we listen. Whether as friends, parents, brothers or sisters, listening is the most valuable gift we can give to our loved ones. That is what we offer to you today, and every day or night. We are here for you.
Your donation can help many more teenagers to receive a guiding hand. Click here to submit your donation.
If you're looking to make a difference, we're looking for you!
We recruit English speaking volunteers for our hotline, from the age of 21, who has relevant experience and education in the fields of education and youth.
For applying and further information please contact us.
Something new is born!
Israel is a homeland for Jews from all around the world. We speak different languages, but we all share a common main language: the language of the heart. Chaverim Makshivim (“listening friends”) hotline opens up its heart to English speakers everywhere, who face unique experiences in the Israeli society. We also welcome members of the Jewish communities across the globe, that are looking for ways to preserve and celebrate their values, identity and legacy.
We invite you all to reach out to us, tell us what you are going through and share your success stories as well as the difficulties and dilemmas you encounter. Together – we shall grow stronger.