Open Door IFPA

We are so in love with the new series on Netflix called "S*x Education" . The series starts out by shattering a dominant myth where a young man is not in the moment while having s*x and fakes an or**sm. Men do not always or**sm when they have s*x and sometimes they don't want to have s*x and that's okay, and natural and normal. S*x Education

אנו ממליצות לכולם.ן לצפות בסדרה החדשה "S*x Education" בנטפליקס. כבר בסצנה הראשונה נופץ מיתוס חשוב וכמעט לא מדובר. גבר מהורהר, לא נוכח, לא בעניין, מזייף אורגזמה. לגברים לא תמיד בא, לפעמים גברים לא מעוניינים לקיים יחסי מין, ובטח שלא תמיד לגמור. לפעמים, זה פשוט לא מתאים וזה בסדר, וזה טבעי וזה נורמלי. S*x Education

Our volunteers are the heart and soul of our counseling centers. They volunteer day and night to provide at-risk youth with support and assistance in times of distress and crisis.

This past week we celebrated the graduation of a new group of volunteers who underwent three months of training so that they can work with youth at our counseling centers across the country!

What's your preferred method of birth control?

Watch this video to find out everything you need to know about condoms, one of the most popular forms of birth control which also protects you from STDs and STIs.

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Let's face it, adolescence is a confusing time. Teens are experiencing changes in their bodies, learning how to have intimate relationships, and on top of it all have more difficult school work and have to start planning for the future. All of this in combination with smartphones at their fingertips leads teens to gain information from unreliable sources on the internet. They are learning about s*x from po*******hy causing an unrealistic understanding of s*xual relationships.

At Open Door we work to bring reliable information and a safe space where teenagers and young adults can ask questions, learn about healthy relationships, contraception, and all of the other changes and challenges they are facing in their lives.

Below is a biography from the Washington Post of one teen's experience as he works through growing up and learns how to be a "good guy" in light of the movement and societal pressures as men to hide their sensitivy and exhibit aggresivity.

As teens grapple with Me Too, Jayden Castillo just wants to be a ‘good guy’ The world taught him to be strong and stoic. But he knows his silence comes at a cost.

Israel Family Planning Association (Open Door) is seeking a part time (50%) Resource Development Coordinator.
Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter explaining their qualifications to [email protected].
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description
 Responsible for all fundraising activities
 Principle point of contact for donors, foundations, and federations
 Creates long-term and short-term work plans for the unit
 Works with other members of the staff to ensure all donor and foundation requirements are met
 Responsible for all English language materials (reports, proposals, overseas communication, website and other promotional materials(
 Maintains current funding portfolio and develops new sources of revenue
 Maintains our social media presence on Facebook with weekly posts
 Manages a team of up to two interns

Qualifications
 At least two years fundraising experience
 Experience with grant writing and editing documents in English
 Native level English language and advanced level Hebrew
 A strong knowledge of the philanthropy sector in Israel and abroad
 Strong computer skills
 Works well under pressure

Part time position: 50%

"Half the population has a va**na, but most people don't know the l***a minora from majora (not even women)."

Check out this quiz from the Va**na Dispatches to test your "cliteracy"

Va**na 101: can you pass this anatomy quiz? Half the population has a va**na, but most people don’t know the l***a minora from majora (not even women). Take our quiz to test your cliteracy

Today Open Door Beer Sheva Program Coordinator, Sivan Lotan presented about the Ambassador Project at the Elem Conference on "Sharing, participation, and working in partnership with teenagers and young adults".

The Ambassador Project brings together 20 teenagers ages 16-18 from high schools across Beer Sheva to participate in a year-long program where they learn information and leadership skills about s*xual health, intimacy and relationships. At the end of the year they faciliate presentations and workshops for 10th grade students in high schools in Beer Sheva as part of S*xual Health Week.

On Tuesday, December 4th Open Door staff joined the strike to demand the government do more to end violence against women.

Open Door’s Executive Director, Sharon Cherkasky and Chairwoman of the board, Ruti Gilat, stand in front of an exhibit of 24 pairs of shoes painted red to commemorate the 24 women and girls murdered as a result of domestic violence this year.

We demand a solution to end violence against women!!!

Today Open Door staff are participating in protests across the country to demand a national solution to end violence against women.

Today marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Violence against women is one of the most widespread human rights violations in the world. This year, the UN developed a campaign called Orange the World to bring to light the stories of women who have survived s*xual assault. You can learn more about their campaign here (http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/in-focus/end-violence-against-women ).

Please take some time today, whether it be marching in a women's march, donating to a worthy cause, or sharing an article, to contribute to the elmination of violence against women.

Israel Family Planning Association (Open Door) is seeking a part time (50%) Resource Development Coordinator to begin December 20, 2018.
Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter explaining their qualifications to [email protected].
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description
 Responsible for all fundraising activities
 Principle point of contact for donors, foundations, and federations
 Creates long-term and short-term work plans for the unit
 Works with other members of the staff to ensure all donor and foundation requirements are met
 Responsible for all English language materials (reports, proposals, overseas communication, website and other promotional materials(
 Maintains current funding portfolio and develops new sources of revenue
 Maintains our social media presence on Facebook with weekly posts
 Manages a team of up to two interns

Qualifications
 At least two years fundraising experience
 Experience with grant writing and editing documents in English
 Native level English language and advanced level Hebrew
 A strong knowledge of the philanthropy sector in Israel and abroad
 Strong computer skills
 Works well under pressure

Part time position: 50%

How do you feel about getting your period?

What happens when you stop your period?

Find out by following the link below!

Va**na Dispatches: Stopping Periods – video Some women have chosen to stop their periods – we (Mae and Mona) are two of them. In episode two of Va**na Dispatches, we speak to a doctor who thinks periods are unnatural, a former Olympian, a menstrual blood artist and a formerly incarcerated woman to find out if we should stop having periods

This past Friday Open Door held a Volunteer Appreciation Event and it was fantastic! The event was filled with various activities including acro-yoga, tarot card readings, a cocktail bar, jewelry design, food, gifts and more!

Our volunteers are the heart and soul of our counseling centers. They volunteer day and night to provide at-risk youth with support and assistance in times of distress and crisis.

A big thank you to our amazing volunteers and a thank you to everyone who donated their time and resources to make this event happen!

Some of our amazing donors and volunteers include: Edwards Lifesciences בנק הפועלים Bank Hapoalim מיטב דש טמפו ינאי בתי צמיחה - Yanay nursery סטודיו רונית גולן - כלים שאוהבים Jasper Johns Bar ג'אספר ג'ונס בר קוקה-קולה לירי יואל פינקוביץ'- מטפלת במגע נשיותי סיקרט שי, בוטיק לאוהבים חוה רעות - תרפיה הוליסטית

Open Door was happy to host Rachel Adler-Oren from Rachel Oren - Trauma Sensitive Yoga last week for an informative and interesting presentation about the connection between our minds and our bodies and the interplay of trauma in both of these spheres.

Our volunteers are excited to use the tools they learned in their counseling sessions to ensure the teenagers who come to our center are able to connect to their bodies, improving their self-image and body-awareness.

Thank you Rachel for a great night!

Many teenagers feel that they are different, that something is wrong with them, that they are not like everyone else. The moment when someone says to you, "This is what you are experiencing and it's legitimate" is a defining moment in life! We are proud to be there for youth every day during difficult and defining moments in their lives.

Thanks to Gaia Steinberg for giving us all the legitimacy to ask and choose what is important to each and every one of us in our relationships.

Is S*x the Glue in Our Relationships? | Gaia Steinberg | TEDxShenkarCollege Gaia discovered, at the age of sixteen, that they were as*xual. Gaia is now a researcher on the subject of as*xuality and lectures widely on the subject. In ...

"The Care and Keeping of You" has been an influential book for so many young girls. Thank you American Girl for teaching us about our bodies in an accessible and healthy way! Keep up the great work!

A Toast To "The Care And Keeping Of You," The Book That Taught Us About Our Bodies

Haifa Open Door has been busy this summer with programs including movie nights, workshops with teenage girls, and opening a booth at Ir Hanoar (City of Youth), an event hosted by the municipality that celebrates the end of summer with programming that is both fun and educational!

"Argentine law permits abortion in the case of r**e, when the mother is mentally disabled or if there is serious risk to her health. Seeking an abortion for any other reason can land a woman in prison for as long as four years. Experts say the restrictions have forced thousands of women each year to seek risky clandestine procedures, many of which are performed in unsanitary conditions by unlicensed practitioners."

The proposed law was to give girls ages 13 the right to have an abortion in the first 14 weeks of her pregnancy. Currently, the law prohibits her to have a legal abortion at all.

Argentina’s Senate rejects bill legalizing abortion during the first 14 weeks of a pregnancy The country, considered one of the most progressive in Latin America, was deeply split on the issue.

Come join us Friday, August 24th for a morning of giving back!

Purchase second hand clothes from our Open Door Tel Aviv boutique and practice vinyasa yoga with Jenny Levy!

Doors open at 9:30am and yoga will be held from 10:00-11:15am. All levels are welcome!

After your practice enjoy looking through some of our second hand treasures to add to your summer wardrobe!

Hope to see you all there!

We need better s*x ed! Comprehensive s*xual education includes discussion of gender and s*xual identity, body-image, healthy relationships, contraception and more.

At Open Door we discuss s*x and s*xuality from a positive perspective discussing healthy aspects of s*xuality in addition to how to prevent harmful situations.

Watch The Guardian's "Va**na Dispatches" to find more positive and comprehensive ways to discuss s*xual health!

Va**na Dispatches: what you didn't learn in s*x ed - video It’s not just about s*x. S*x education should be giving us the information we need to feel in control of our bodies and make informed decisions about them – but it’s failing

Open Door is proud to serve as a resource to young adults all throughout Israel. Happy International Youth Day!

Similar to England, Israel requires women to go to a clinic to take abortion pills, so that a health professional may supervise them taking the pills. After taking the pills the women must return home with the pills sometimes taking affect within 30 minutes!

to take the pills at home. The current system in place is not accessible to many women who have children at home or must travel over an hour to get to a certified clinic.

Women Are Illegally Taking Abortion Pills Bought Online Many women have difficulties travelling to clinics

Sometimes it feels as though everything around us is darkness, but that just means that the light is coming soon. Just like a plant emerging from the ground, you too will be able to shine in your own way. Every person just needs a little love, care, sunlight, and water. Remember that you do not need to fight for your place in this world, that you are loved, and that you matter.

Get yourself a menstrual cup now! Due to the impressive silicone or rubber material, most can last up a maximum of 3-4 years! Unlike tampons, most menstrual cups require cleaning only every 12 hours. They're cost-effective, good for the environment, and low maintenance.

Interested? Columnist Gabrielle Korn of Nylon Magazine talks about her experience of switching from tampons to the diva cup (a popular brand of menstrual cramps), and the benefits she gained.

everything you’ve been wanting to know about diva cups it’s messy, but that’s okay