Beit Issie Shapiro Welcomes New Board Members in the New Year

Beit Issie Shapiro is honored to have two members join its Board of Directors, Ms. Odelia Fitoussi and Dr. Samir Mhameed.

Ms. Fitoussi is the first Israeli representative to be elected to the United Nations Committee of Convention of Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Dr. Mhameed serves as the Mayor of the Arab-Israeli town of Umm Al-Fahmm.

They join a richly diverse board which includes: Sasha Trump-Weiss, Naomi Stuchiner, Avi Cohen, Adam Fisher, Orli Stuchiner-Cohen, Ari Shapiro, Gila Ben Har, Zeev Abeles, Professor Tamar Krulik, and Professor Michael Stein.

Serving as the pioneering leader and innovator in the field of disabilities, Beit Issie Shapiro provides services and shares model that improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Israel and across the globe. The organization’s mission is to create a more inclusive society by advancing opportunities and rights for people with disabilities.

Sasha Trump-Weiss, Chair of Beit Issie Shapiro’s Board of Directors welcomes Ms. Fitoussi and Dr. Mhameed. “We are thrilled that Samir and Odelia have joined the board.  Odelia’s experience and perspective on disabilities rights and leadership will enrich Beit Issie Shapiro’s work and keep us cutting edge on a global level.  Samir is a well-respected leader in the Arab sector and dedicated to education and disabilities.  He will play a significant role in helping Beit Issie Shapiro’s set goal to expand its work within the Arab sector.”

Beit Issie Shapiro Executive Director Ahmir Lerner shares: “It is a true honor to have such significant players in the field of disabilities join our Board of Directors. We are looking forward to their contribution and guidance as we continue to lead the field and impact societies in Israel and around the world.”