ISRAEL BONDS BRAZIL LAUNCHES ITS WOMEN'S DIVISION AND HOLDS COMMUNITY EVENTS IN
RIO DE JANEIRO.

Eyla Benedykt
Brazil Representative
Development Corporation for Israel (Brazil) Consultoria Ltda.

In April, the Israel Bonds Women's Division held in-person events with the aim of introducing Israel Bonds to the Rio di Janeiro community.

Meetings were held for community leaders, Tnuots (youth movements) and women’s groups. The first event was a Japanese dinner for more than forty young people—leaders of the youth movements Betar, B’nei Akiva, Chazit, Dror, Shomer and Hillel. Most of the young people had recently arrived from Israel after completing the Shnat and Machon le Madrichim programs, and were welcomed by FIERJ - Rio de Janeiro Israeli Federation´s President, Mr. Alberto David Klein. He spoke about the importance of support and connection with Israel. The Israel Bonds lay leaders then spoke about the great importance of Israel Bonds, created by Ben Gurion shortly after the declaration of the State of Israel’s independence, so that the country could sustain itself. The sense of connection and high level of interest of the those present was wonderful and the evening was memorable.

The following afternoon, the Women's Division received more than thirty-five women for coffee at the residence of Sara Nigri (Z”l), mother of our lay leader Elisa Nigri Griner. During the afternoon, the guests were able to learn about Israel Bonds and hear testimonials from women and families who have already purchased bonds and have supported Israel for many decades. At the event, we brought together women leaders from other Jewish institutions such as Wizo, and had the opportunity to discuss partnerships, all aimed at our most precious asset, the State of Israel.

Scroll through the gallery to see photos from both events.