ILAN, a national nonprofit organization in Israel, operating for over 70 years. ILAN works with physically disabled people of all ages, cultures and religions across the country and provides them and their families with vital health and human services, assisting them with their various needs, while providing the infrastructure that supports their integration into society.
ILAN is the proud recipient of the Israel Prize for lifetime achievement and the Presidential Order for volunteering. We have also been chosen as advisers to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) which brings people and issues together to promote collective action for a sustainable world.
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The Ilan Association is not just an organization; it's a beacon of hope, a lifeline for those facing the challenges of physical disabilities. Since its inception in 1952, spurred by the polio virus outbreak, ILAN has been a relentless force, passionately committed to crafting meaningful and high-quality lives for individuals grappling with physical limitations.
Our journey spans across Israel, where we orchestrate a symphony of programs catering to the diverse needs of children and adults with physical disabilities and their families. We are more than an association; we are architects of independence, builders of self-confidence, and creators of enduring ability.
Picture children and adults with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and various muscle and nerve diseases. They navigate the world with wheelchairs, canes, walkers, or crutches, each step a testament to resilience. ILAN members, bound not by limitations but by shared dreams, embody the spirit of perseverance.
Our belief is unwavering: it is our solemn duty to stand with individuals of all ages, religions, and genders, from the very moment a disability is detected throughout their entire lives. We are the guardians of potential, the champions of independence, and the architects of societal integration.
At ILAN, we dedicate ourselves to turning dreams into reality. Through an array of programs, from day centers and dormitories to employment promotion, we create spaces where aspirations flourish. We champion policies, rights, and government relations, ensuring that the voice of the physically challenged is heard.
Rehabilitation and sports are not just activities; they are pathways to empowerment. Culture and society are not mere concepts; they are arenas where diversity shines. Join us in championing ILAN's vital vision, a vision where everyone, regardless of physical abilities, is given the chance to soar.
Together, let's make dreams tangible. Let's empower those with physical disabilities to be with everyone, just like everyone else. The ILAN Association invites you to be a part of this transformative journey, where compassion meets action, and dreams become a shared reality.
