Gabi Gaon

Mayor of Mazkeret Batya Local Council

"This is a thrilling meeting of cultures. The ability to bring together Jewish, Arab, and haredi leaders for a common cause."

Galit Shaul

Mayor of Emek Hefer Regional Council

"It is even clearer to me now that leaders do not have the privilege of not being optimistic."

Ido Greenblum

Mayor of Kiryat Tiv'on Local Council

"A safe space was formed here, where mayors from different backgrounds can meet. The safe space created by the program was very meaningful to me."

Roey Levi

Mayor of Nesher

"This is the only place where I get the opportunity to meet mayors who represent different populations and understand that we share similar challenges and opportunities."

Roei Gabay

Mayor of Yavne

"The program connects us to both the network and the community, while enabling peer learning with high-level instruction and a common language among heads of local government."

Raed Daka

Mayor of Baqa al-Gharbiyye

"A program with contents that are specifically tailored for leaders of local authorities, with a professional team and lecturers, supported by a capable international team."

Maly Ben-Moshe Griliches

Head of Welfare Administration, Rishon LeZion

"This was a very meaningful experience - both the people we met and the tools we acquired. The program was an amazing learning time for me."

Sagi Ben-Yoav

CEO of Emek Hefer Regional Council Economic Development Corporation

"Peer learning platform, mind-opening, generates new energies, connects officials from the same local authority to one another.”

Maimon Tubul

CEO of Nesher Economic Development Corporation

"The program provides practical tools for work as well as a process of self-development, and in-depth, hands-on learning of techniques. The focus on detail is accompanied by an enhanced sense of mission."

Anat Zigelboim

Director of the Human Capital Management Division, Yavne

"An excellent program, attention given to every aspect, contents are interesting and tailored to everyday challenges."

Faris Ghanim

Municipal Auditor, Baqa al-Gharbiyye

"A singular experience of high-level learning."

Gil Simenhaus

General Manager, Yehud-Monosson

״During the program, I gained practical tools aimed at improvement and change. A notable shift from a critical mindset to a growth mindset stands out among these transformative tools.״

Itzik Danino

Mayor of Ofakim

״An internationally oriented program designed to furnish tools and cultivate a deeper understanding of the issues crucial for the success of the head of the local authority״

Lior Ben- Tarya

CFO, Kiryat Ono

״Strengthening the capacity to comprehend and connect with the team, recognizing the significance of collaborative efforts to optimize the inherent abilities and potential within each team member.״

Maor Hiablochnik

Deputy Director General, Givatayim

״The program provided a unique chance for candid and open dialogues with colleagues from different authorities, fostering a platform for mutual learning and enhancing our capabilities in leading and managing the systems and individuals entrusted to our care.״

Raanan Shmaya

Deputy Director of the City Improvement Department, Givatayim

״A noteworthy takeaway from the program was the realization that we are not isolated in the municipal field and our challenges are shared by our colleagues. The greater our education, the broader our network of colleagues, and the deeper our collaborations, the higher the standard of service we can provide to both residents and internal authorities״

Liat Shohat

Mayor of Or Yehuda

״I acquired the space for creation, enabling me to design and implement practical tools for immediate application״

Rina Yosef

Treasurer, Arad

״Beyond broadening my knowledge and professional network, I cultivated a heightened sense of self-awareness.״

Ran Kunik

Mayor of Givatayim

״This program delves into crucial aspects vital for fulfilling our duties, encompassing leadership, employee motivation, data-based management, and teamwork.״

Rotem Yadlin

Mayor of Gezer Regional council

״This program exposed me to innovative knowledge in the municipal field and the chance to become part of a network of high-quality and significant colleagues״

Amit Kapuza

Council Engineer, Gezer

״The sessions with colleagues from different authorities provided a profound and meaningful exploration of issues that impact us collectively. Notably, the program exhibits exceptional quality, marked by a high level of investment, and is adept at customization to suit the specific needs of the group״

Khaled Abo Farwa

City engineer, Umm al-Fahm

״In addition to acquiring new methods and tools, I have also strengthened my professional identity״

Tzvika Brot

Mayor of Bat Yam

״The program provided a secure environment for me to learn from my peers, facilitating the exchange of experiences and the invaluable exchange of advice. It became a crucible for developing tools to think innovatively, encouraging me to explore beyond conventional boundaries.״

Yodfat Afek Arazi

CEO, Bat Yam

״The ability to step outside of our daily routines and analyze processes from a deeper perspective has enhanced the quality of management, administrative tools, and professional skills.״

Samir Mahamid

Mayor of Umm al-Fahm

״A research-based program that furnishes practical tools and serves as a platform for the mutual exchange of ideas״

Shay Hajaj

Mayor of Merhavim Regional council

״The leadership program is not only rich in practical content but also meticulously invested in even the smallest details. Among the myriad lessons it imparted, one standout was learning the art of boosting staff psychological confidence.״

Moshe Koninsky

Mayor of Karmiel

״The program focused on enhancing leadership skills, fostering peer learning, and honing negotiation expertise —an accolade bestowed upon a head of authority״

Akab Zaidan

Director of the Human Capital Management Division, Daliyat el-Karmel

״Integrating theory and practice to elevate both daily and strategic operations.״

Rafik Halabi

Mayor of Daliyat el-Karmel Local council

״There are roots entrenched in the valley of the earth, with a head reaching towards the clouds—a profound sense of belonging and identity intertwined with a spirit of innovation and modernity.״

Jacob Raavad

Legal Advisor, Bnei Brak

״The program presents a splendid opportunity to gain exposure to unique knowledge within a high-quality and fertile environment.״

Arik Adler

City Treasurer, Bnei Brak

״The synergy between the mayor and the professional team fosters innovative thinking and the capacity to learn and implement. ״

Mirit Katz

CEO of the Association for Education, Culture and Sports, Drom Hasharon

״Engaging with the community of senior managers in local authorities has been instrumental in honing my management and decision-making skills.״

Oshrat Gani Gonen

Mayor of Drom-Hasharon Regional Council

״The tools I received were excellent for managing my authority more effectively״

Yaseen Azbarga

Director of Engineering Department, Kseifa

״The conducive environment not only fosters trust but also facilitates seamless collaboration with other authorities.״

Mordechai Biton

Council Treasurer, Kseifa

״Equipped with practical tools imparted by leading experts in the field, I've enhanced my management skills within the Authority.״

Abed El-Aziz Nasesra

Mayor of Kseifa Local council

״I acquired a wealth of knowledge and gained insights into the realm of heads of authorities, spanning diverse sectors and confronting varied challenges״

Inbal Dror Heiman

Treasurer, Kfar - Yona

״This professional and in-depth study significantly augments the leadership capabilities of local authorities.״

Sassi Megido

City General Manage

״I've cultivated a new perspective on the challenges I encounter as a manager, and concurrently, I've forged valuable connections with colleagues from different authorities.״

1. Research

At first, preliminary research is conducted, to acquire a better understanding of the challenge. This stage includes collecting existing materials from Israel and around the world: research literature, trends and case studies, items from the media, reports, policy papers etc. In addition, a field study is conducted through in-depth interviews, observations, and other research tools - to explore the viewpoints of residents and stakeholders in order to develop optimized solutions.

2. Processing

All materials collected in the first stage – from research literature to interviews and observations – are integrated, to identify recurring patterns and formulate findings and insights. Through this activity the work teams acquire new tools for analyzing the environment of the challenge, while gaining new perspectives on the needs of the target populations.

3. Development

The team examines optional activities that can be developed into different responses to the challenge. The development process includes an ideation workshop with stakeholders and experts, invited to participate in forming the future solution. Finally, at an inclusive development workshop, all participating municipalities present their proposed solutions, soon to be implemented in the field.

4. Implementation

The solution's implementation begins with prototyping – a series of temporary interventions within a limited population, including rigorous measurement, designed to test the potential solution. The findings are utilized to build a broader initiative on a larger scale, presented as a work plan for implementation in the municipality.