Toward a Tikkun Olam Policy for World Jewry and Israel.

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Title:	Toward a Tikkun Olam Policy for World Jewry and Israel.
Authors:	Fried, Eli, Bennett, Roger, Keiden, Charles
Source:	Journal of Jewish Communal Service. Winter/Spring2009, Vol. 84 Issue 1/2, p82-90. 9p.
Subjects:	Jewish charities, International relations, Charities, Public welfare, Social services
Geographic Terms:	Israel
Abstract:	The article suggests a policy of international development for the Jewish society. The authors posit the alignment of Jewish philanthropy and Israeli government policy with anti-poverty and public health programs. The authors underscore the importance of integrating the efforts of Israeli Jews and the world Jewry. Though the state only spends .06% of its gross income on official development assistance, the authors think that philanthropic funding can be expanded. Ways to integrate foreign policy with philanthropic objectives are cited.
Database:	Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection

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Abstract:	The article suggests a policy of international development for the Jewish society. The authors posit the alignment of Jewish philanthropy and Israeli government policy with anti-poverty and public health programs. The authors underscore the importance of integrating the efforts of Israeli Jews and the world Jewry. Though the state only spends .06% of its gross income on official development assistance, the authors think that philanthropic funding can be expanded. Ways to integrate foreign policy with philanthropic objectives are cited.
ISSN:	00222089