Nachman Shai

The unsung architect of Israel's home front resilience - opinion

How Moshe Arens reshaped Israel’s defense doctrine by placing the civilian home front at its center

|ByNACHMAN SHAI
Former Israeli Foreign Minister Moshe Arens (R) and former Ambassador to the United States Zalman Shoval listen to a question as they attend an event at the National Press Club in Washington, February 15, 2001.
Nachman Shai shares details of his long, eclectic career with ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne (L) and writer Greer Fay Cashman in his Jerusalem office.

Nachman Shai: The man who seems to have done it all finds a fresh challenge - interview

At the Table: Shai, dean of Hebrew Union College, has worked in journalism, and in military, management, diplomatic, political, and educational positions over the years.

|ByGREER FAY CASHMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
DIASPORA AFFAIRS Minister Amichai Chikli will have to fight in the government on behalf of Jewish communities all over the world, says the writer.

Diaspora Ministry officially canceled funding for joint venture

The offices of the Social Economic Academy received an official letter from the ministry that gave a few explanations of why the agreement was canceled.

|ByZVIKA KLEIN
Israeli Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli (R) is seen at the handover ceremony alongside outgoing minister Nachman Shai, in Jerusalem, on January 2, 2023.

Israel's Diaspora Ministry to be renamed for fighting antisemitism

Amichai Chikli: “We managed to unite various departments dealing with antisemitism and the fight against the delegitimization of Israel under one roof.”

|ByZVIKA KLEIN

Nachman Shai says new government is ‘dangerous’ to the future of Israel

Outgoing diaspora affairs minister Nachman Shai said he finds Netanyahu's alignment with extremist politicians "alarming."

DECEMBER 20, 2022ByDAVID KLEIN/ JTA
Labour party parliament member Nachman Shai seen outside a Labour party polling station in Jerusalem on February 11, 2019, Party members go to the polls to choose the party list for the upcoming general elections.

Nachman Shai to new gov't: Don’t touch issues regarding religion and state

Shai hasn’t yet packed up his office in the offices of the ministry in Jerusalem, but he has already psychologically moved on. 

NOVEMBER 17, 2022ByZVIKA KLEIN
Diaspora Affairs Minister Nachman Shai gives a speech at the 125th anniversary of the First Zionist Congress.

Grapevine November 16, 2022: A government of alienation?

Movers and shakers in Israeli society

NOVEMBER 16, 2022ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
Former Diaspora Affairs Minister Nachman Shai.

Israel and the Diaspora need new agreement on their relationship - Shai

Diaspora Affairs Minister Nachman Shai gave a speech at the conference that marks the 125th anniversary of the First Zionist Congress.

AUGUST 29, 2022ByZVIKA KLEIN
Diaspora Affairs Minister Nachman Shai gives a speech at the 125th anniversary of the First Zionist Congress.

Who wins if Diaspora Jewry loses? - opinion

Who gains the most if the Diaspora Jewry lose? Does anyone really gain anything?

AUGUST 21, 2022ByIRVING LEBOVICS
Foreign Minister Yair Lapid and President Isaac Herzog at their first work meeting, July 18, 2021.

Diaspora minister invested NIS 30m. in Jewish org. without A-G approval - report

It was revealed that MK Gilad Kariv was serving as an executive for Panim organization as it was chosen to receive the Diaspora Affairs Ministry grant.

AUGUST 15, 2022ByZVIKA KLEIN
Labour party parliament member Nachman Shai seen outside a Labour party polling station in Jerusalem on February 11, 2019, Party members go to the polls to choose the party list for the upcoming general elections.

Why does Michaeli's win matter? - analysis

Although Labor has elected its leader 13 more times since 1992 no candidate won two primaries in a row – until Monday.

JULY 19, 2022ByELIAV BREUER
Labor leader Merav Michaeli is seen at the Knesset in Jerusalem, on June 13, 2022.

Israeli government funded org investing NIS 30 million to boost teen travel to Israel

Each year, thousands of teens from North America travel to Israel an experience with their peers through a youth movement, summer camp, or other organization.

JULY 11, 2022ByZVIKA KLEIN
Israeli government funded org investing NIS 30 million to boost teen travel to Israel.

Diaspora Affairs Ministry to invest NIS 60 million in promoting 'Jewish renewal'

The "Jewish Renewal Venture" will be responsible for organizing, expanding and developing the field of Jewish renewal in Israel and empowering it through projects and content for the general public.

JULY 6, 2022ByZVIKA KLEIN
Ziona Koenig Yair, Nachman Shai, Yotam Brom.

Israel restores dialogue with diaspora after Netanyahu rift, says Shai

The Diaspora Affairs Minister has also established a "special unit for Jewish renewal."

JUNE 28, 2022ByZVIKA KLEIN
Former Diaspora Affairs Minister Nachman Shai.