Our Projects

At Navah, families bereaved by war, terror, and tragedy find comfort, a compassionate listening
ear, understanding, and meaningful support—along with professional tools to help them cope
with loss through the following initiatives.

Events & Gatherings: Peer Support & Connection

Navah’s gatherings create a warm, empowering space for families bereaved by the October 7
massacre and the ongoing war. Here, families meet others who truly understand the depth of
the pain because they carry it themselves.
Each gathering features three central elements:

A welcoming dinner, creating a warm, relaxed social atmosphere.
An inspirational speaker who touches the heart and offers perspective, meaning, and
comfort.
A restorative activity, offering a much-needed breath of fresh air and emotional relief

Currently held in Jerusalem and central Israel, these quarterly events are dedicated to families
bereaved by terror and war. Navah strives to build a supportive community where strength is
found through shared belonging—providing a vital point of light for those navigating the difficult
journey of loss.

Online Professional Support Broadcasts for Bereaved Families

A dedicated support platform for bereaved families that allows participants to join from
anywhere in the country and connect to content tailored to their needs. The program is
delivered through online sessions and “empowerment” broadcasts led by professionals from a
range of fields, including trauma therapists, psychotherapists, and other specialists.
The sessions are held on Zoom and bring together dozens of families who gain strength,
practical tools, and resilience to help them cope with loss. The broadcasts are also recorded and
later viewed by hundreds more participants.

“Accompany and Embrace”

A supportive and compassionate initiative in which Navah volunteers stand alongside families of victims and those accompanying them during funerals. Volunteers distribute hundreds of kits that include drinks, printed burial prayers, tissues, and kippot for those who wish - while most importantly offering a caring presence, emotional support, and practical assistance throughout the funeral.
Since October 2023, Navah has participated in more than 500 funerals, standing with grieving families in their most difficult moments.

Click here for
Navah’s YouTube channel

Professional Therapeutic Support Groups

Navah offers a range of therapeutic support groups for bereaved families, thoughtfully tailored
to the cultural, gender, and community backgrounds of participants. The organization brings
more than two decades of experience and expertise in providing group-based emotional
support for families coping with loss.
The groups incorporate a variety of therapeutic approaches, including psychodrama, art
therapy, music, and other creative modalities, adapted to the needs of participants.
For more information or to join: 052-8293228

Holiday Programming for Families

For families who have experienced loss, family-centered holidays can be especially painful, when
the absence of a loved one is felt more deeply and the longing grows more intense. At Navah,
we embrace bereaved families during the holidays:

A Prayer Journey for Bereaved Mothers

On Erev Yom Kippur, we come together for a meaningful day of prayer and song at the Cave of the Patriarchs and Rachel’s Tomb. This powerful gathering brings dozens of bereaved mothers and widows into a shared space of remembrance, faith, and hope. Through heartfelt melodies and women’s voices lifted in unity, the day opens hearts, strengthens spiritual and personal connection, and instills renewed strength and hope as they enter the new year and its challenges.

Holiday Programs

Every holiday, Navah opens its heart to families bereaved by terror and war. On Passover Seder night, hundreds of families are hosted at a hotel for a festive meal filled with warmth and human connection. On Rosh Hashanah, dozens of widows are welcomed for a hotel retreat in an uplifting and strengthening atmosphere. Before Hanukkah, Purim, and Sukkot, Navah also organizes special gatherings - filled with meaningful content, light, and care - that offer participants a sense of belonging, joy, and renewed strength.

At times when loneliness is felt most deeply, we are there to remind families that no one has to face these moments alone.

Holiday Packages

Before each holiday, hundreds of pampering care packages are sent to bereaved families nationwide. The packages include games, toiletries, sweets, a booklet of inspirational articles, and words of encouragement.
Click here for information about The Empty Chair Project: A communal Seder for bereaved families
Click here for information about the Stones with a Human Heart Project: Decorated memorial stones placed on the graves of fallen IDF soldiers and victims of terror on Israel’s Memorial Day.