Israel launches welfare law pilot amid social worker strike

Israel’s ministry of welfare has begun piloting a new law designed to guarantee 200,000 disabled citizens the right to independent living in the community, rolling out across seven municipalities this week. However, the social workers’ union has announced non-cooperation, stating the reform cannot proceed without adequate staffing and resources to implement it properly.

Sources: Ynet

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