For over 33 years, the Movement for Quality Government in Israel (MQG) has been on the forefront of preserving Israel’s democracy. An independent, non-partisan, grassroots movement, MQG has evolved into one of Israel’s largest and most effective public interest organizations, exposing public corruption and regulative flaws and actively promoting the rule of law and better government, with 300,000 followers on social media and over 65,000 registered members. MQG works for and by the people and is accountable solely to its primary stakeholder – the public.
Recent events
The struggle continues…
In recent months, since the inception of the active resistance to the government’s undemocratic initiatives, we oppose and act with all the legal, parliamentary, protesting and media tools available to us to save Israel’s democracy in view of the ‘overthrow’ plan.
1/ LEGAL ACTION
Our legal work is twofold; MQG’s Policy and Legislation Department works towards providing reliable information to members of the Knesset from the opposition; to reject the anti-democratic legislation; removing extreme sections from the final legislation; extending the time for legislation; providing information and opinions to protestors’ groups and the media, issuance of conditional orders by the Supreme Court following petitions and more.
We have launched a process of confirming Israel’s constitution by durable laws, which apply to all future governments, regardless of their political affiliation or orientation in three overlapping initiatives: legal, educational, and raising public awareness. All this in order to stabilize, safeguard, and sustain the future of Israel’s liberal democracy and Jewish values, along with its institutions.
2/ PROTEST AND EDUCATION
We lead the call for the public to oppose governmental actions, by activism and by communications. For months, we have been demonstrating in the streets, week by week, on bridges and in squares together with the other protest organizations, calling out against the enactment of these laws. Leading the 1st mass protest and demonstrations of over 80,000 in Tel Aviv (the “the umbrellas demonstration”), and thousands in Jerusalem in front of the Knesset against the government’s anti-democratic “Legal Reform”.
We have performed educational activities with thousands of students and young adults across Israel, from all walks of life. They are Israel’s future, and must understand the implications to their future, and the future of Israel.
We held a series of conferences on the issue of anti- democratic legislation dealing with the consequences of the reforms on economy, military, women rights and the environment. Our lawyers continue to appear in the media and speak on a wide variety of platforms – television, radio, podcasts and more. In social media, we continue to operate vigorously and upload informational videos and posts to the public informing about our work during this period.
A Holistic, Action-Based Approach
MQG is the only organization in Israel using all tactics available to defend Israel’s democratic ethos and energize the public to act. Our approach combines direct litigation, legislative activism, youth education and grassroots engagement.
Watchdog Legal Action
MQG is on alert to expose and prevent public misdeeds (both national and local) that violate Israel’s legal and constitutional safeguards.
Whistleblower Hotline
Citizens use the hotline to report hundreds of anti-democratic violations per year, allowing us to impact urgent issues as they arise.
Policy and Legislation
We are constantly on duty in the Knesset, composing and promoting bills and policies that will preserve Israel’s democracy.
Safeguard Public Funds
MQG safeguards and promotes the proper use of public funds and resources. The MQG places special emphasis on fighting the corrosive effects of money in politics, and works to expose market and industry issues caused by governmental mismanagement, such as high market concentration.
Campaigns for and by the People
MQG’s reputation for independence and efficacy enables us to give a voice to the people in their fight against cronyism and corruption. The MQG organizes large- scale public campaigns and promotes legislative changes for and on behalf of the public.
Education and Activism
MQG educates, inspires and builds the capacity of young people throughout Israel to join the fight to sustain Israel’s democracy. We work in high schools, youth group movements and pre-army gap-year programs, offering an in-depth understanding of Israel’s democratic challenges and practical tools for civic activism.
Israel’s future and international support are linked to its being a bastion of democracy. Support us so we can continue protecting it!
Ways to Support:
Donate by check:
Please mark “580178697” in the memo section of the check and make it out to one of our international partners, mailing the check to the address below:
In the US: America Gives, 228 Park Ave S #71410 New York, New York 10003-1502
In Canada: Canada Charity Partners, 5785 Smart Ave., Cote St Luc, Quebec, H4W2M8
In the UK: UK Gives, 483 Green Lanes, London, England, N134BS
*Our partner will send you a tax-receipt for the full amount of your donation
Donate by bank transfer:
Account owner: America Gives, Inc
Account number: 9800587799
Routing number: 084106768
Bank details: Evolve Bank & Trust, 6070 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119
Donate via P.E.F:
Please mail your check and recommendation (including charity name AND 9-digit Israeli Tax ID#) to:
PEF Israel Endowment Funds, Inc.
630 Third Ave, RM 1500
New York NY 10017
Donate via America Gives:
To donate by check, please mark “580178697” in the memo section of the check and make it out to America Gives, 228 Park Ave S #71410 New York, New York 10003-1502
In Canada: Canada Charity Partners, 5785 Smart Ave., Cote St Luc, Quebec, H4W2M8
In the UK: UK Gives, 483 Green Lanes, London, England, N134BS
To donate by bank transfer: Account owner: America Gives, Inc. Account number: 9800587799 Routing number: 084106768
Bank details: Evolve Bank & Trust, 6070 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119
America Gives, Inc. is registered with the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) organization, EIN: 26-3383926
Donate via P.E.F:
Please mail your check and recommendation (including charity name The Movement for Quality Government AND number 580178697) to:
PEF Israel Endowment Funds, Inc.
630 Third Ave, RM 1500 New York NY 10017
P.E.F. Israel Endowment Funds, Inc. is a registered United States 501(c)(3) charity, and is a fully tax exempt organization. tax ID number is 13-6104086.
Please send an email to info@pefisrael.org if you’d like to send an ACH, wire transfer or stock donation. You MUST send a notification email to info@pefisrael.org– otherwise the gifts cannot be processed.
All Donations to the Movement for Quality Government are tax-deductible in Israel, the US, Canada, and the U.K.
Our partner will send you a tax-receipt for the full amount of your donation. To donate by bank transfer, or to donate securities, please contact us for details.
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