Jerusalem Launches Basketball Program for Wounded IDF Veterans
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Jerusalem has launched "Rebound for Life - Jerusalem," a new resilience program for wounded IDF and security force veterans, in partnership with the Hapoel Jerusalem Basketball Club and Win Assist. Led by Afik Nissim, the program offers basketball training, social activities, and support to enhance veterans' sense of belonging and resilience. Mayor Moshe Lion highlighted the initiative's focus on looking forward and supporting those injured in service, with Hapoel Jerusalem CEO Oren Arielly emphasizing the community aspect of the rehabilitation effort.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Jerusalem launched "Rebound for Life - Jerusalem" for wounded IDF veterans.
- The program is a collaboration between the municipality, Hapoel Jerusalem Basketball Club, and Win Assist.
- It offers basketball training, social gatherings, and resilience-building activities.
- Former player Afik Nissim is leading the initiative.
- Practices will be held weekly at the Pisgat Ze'ev Sports Arena.
- Participation is for veterans recognized as disabled by the Defense Ministry.
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