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Community Action

The Community Action Department at the Israel Internet Association (ISOC-IL) is dedicated to advancing digital wellbeing, inclusion, and online safety in Israeli society. Our mission is to empower individuals and communities with the knowledge, tools, and values necessary to engage with the internet safely, effectively, and equitably.

We provide practical resources–developed from in-depth research and hands-on field experience–to help internet users of all ages and backgrounds navigate the web safely and responsibly. Especially during times of emergency, the spread of false reports, alarming rumors, and conspiracy theories on legacy and social media can endanger both individuals and society. To assist both media professionals and the public in fact-checking and sharing information responsibly, ISOC-IL conducts community outreach programs and publishes open-access materials including expert articles, educational guides, toolkits, and policy recommendations designed for educators, professionals, and policymakers alike.

We work to bridge the digital divide by promoting fair and equal access to internet services, public digital tools, and essential online content. Our outreach focuses on populations with demonstrably low levels of digital orientation—including the Arab and Haredi sectors, senior citizens, people with disabilities, and other groups more vulnerable to online threats. Through targeted programs and partnerships, we work to ensure no one is left behind in Israel’s digital future.Our Internet Safety Hotline and BLOCK platform for civilian cybersecurity are flagship public services that provide real-time response to online threats, including harassment, abuse and malicious content. TheHotline processes hundreds of user reports each month and leverages its direct lines of communication with leading social networks, hosting providers, and content platforms to deliver swift, effective responses to online abuse–often addressing harms that platforms themselves are unable or unwilling to resolve.

Beyond their direct impact, the Hotline and BLOCK serve as a strategic resource for policy development. The reports we receive offer valuable real-time insights into emerging threats and harmful trends, enabling us to formulate evidence-based policy recommendations for decision-makers across sectors.