About Hakshiva
Hakshiva is a dedicated support center in Beit Shemesh committed to helping youth and their families thrive. We believe that every child deserves a path forward, which is why we provide professional guidance, academic assistance, and emotional resources to help youth overcome life’s challenges. Recognizing that a child's success is deeply rooted in the home, we wrap our care around the entire family—equipping both children and parents with the tools to build strong foundations. Together, we are working toward a community where every child is empowered, every family is supported, and no youth is left behind.
Strengthening our Families - Offering compassionate, expert, and comprehensive support to enable every family member to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Organizational Background
Hakshiva is an Israeli NGO dedicated to developing and implementing hands-on support services for children and youth. Our unique, integrative approach unites community members, educators, and mental health professionals to facilitate the realization of each child's potential.
Currently embracing over 700 families and struggling youth in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Hakshiva provides targeted interventions in teen services, therapeutic solutions, mentoring/social skills, and educational assistance. While established by and for local residents, we are actively expanding our scope to reach youth in need across Israel.
Vision Statement
A community where every child is empowered, every family is supported, and no youth is left behind.
Mission Statement
Hakshiva empowers youth and their families to overcome academic, social, and emotional challenges. Through professional guidance, therapy, and compassionate support, we provide children and parents with the resources needed to build strong foundations and realize their full potential.
Scope of Programming
We offer a variety of specialized, professional services to address the unique needs of every child.
Mentoring
Mentors are trained, monitored role models matched to each child's specific needs, providing in-school and after-school support twice a week.
Educational Services
Academic success and emotional well-being are linked. We feature a homework center with special-education teachers supporting homework help, tutoring, and Hebrew language integration.
Teen Center
A safe, non-judgmental drop-in center for over 200 at-risk teens. Under professional guidance, teens set personal goals, build self-confidence, and reconnect with their families and community.
Therapy Clinic
Our clinical team includes 10 social workers and psychologists. We provide over 1,000 individual therapy sessions annually in Hebrew and English, heavily involving parents in the process.