To the activists and friends of the Im Tirtzu movement:
It is with humility and great excitement that I that I take on the new mantle of co-CEO of Im Tirtzu. It is a great privilege that has been given to me to lead Im Tirtzu, which I see not only as an organization, but as a family and above all – a movement with a mission for the people of Israel.
After more than two years as head of the National Missions Division, in which I had the honor of taking an active part in a huge variety of projects and activities, protests, demonstrations and promoting the ideology of the Israeli people, I feel an obligation to continue promoting our common values even more broadly. This war we have found ourselves in has strengthened my understanding of the importance of our work, and how much potential for growth we have. I enter this position with a sense of determination and with full faith in our abilities to influence Israeli society and lead the Zionist discourse in the State of Israel.
I pledge to lead Im Tirtzu with strength and faith in the coming years, to expand our activities and influence Israeli society. We will spread the light, do good and refrain from evil, and continue to expose and fight post-Zionist organizations. We will educate the new generation about Zionism, and we will work impartially for the soul of the State of Israel. I believe that we can face any challenge and stand against any attempt to damage the legitimacy of the IDF soldiers, the state, and our people.
I would like to thank the outgoing chairman, Matan Peleg, for his faithful and dedicated leadership over the past decade. Peleg led the movement with courage and humility and established it as a significant strategic and influential force in the national discourse of Israel.
Thank you to all the activists who are in the field every day and promote our shared values. Your work is the beating heart of Im Tirtzu and you make our vision a reality.
I extend warm congratulations to my partner in these endeavors, Shai Rosengarten, who brings with him extensive experience and in-depth knowledge, and I am sure that together we will be able to lead the movement to new and exciting achievements.
Thank you to Sheila Brezinski, Alon Schwarzer, and the rest of the amazing Im Tirtzu staff. I trust you, our dear activists and supporters, to continue to stand by us and our important work.
With love and appreciation
Matan Jerafi
CEO
Im Tirtzu
