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President Honors Outstanding National Service Volunteers at Ceremony

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First reported by Ynet · Jun 15, 2026

What happened

Israel’s President’s Residence held a ceremony honoring outstanding National Civil Service volunteers. Officials praised their contribution, noted that 20,000 volunteers are being recognized this week, and said every volunteer will now receive a service pin.

  • 01Isaac Herzog called national civil service a “revolution” at the President’s Residence.
  • 02Officials said 20,000 volunteers are being honored this week.
  • 03Orit Strok praised the honorees’ commitment, purpose, and generosity.
  • 04The ceremony featured volunteers serving bereaved families, seniors, border communities, and immigrants.
  • 05A new National Civil Service pin will now be given to every volunteer.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJun 16, 2026
President Honors Outstanding National Service Volunteers at Ceremony
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Thousands Honor Israel National Service Volunteers at Jerusalem Ceremony
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 15, 2026
National Service Honorees Recognized at President’s Residence for 40 Million Hours of Volunteering

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