B'Tselem

B'Tselem (Hebrew: בצלם, IPA: [beˈtselem]; transl."In the Image [of God]") is a Jerusalem-based non-profit organization whose stated goals are to document human rights violations in the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories, combat any denial of the existence of such violations, and help to create a human rights culture in Israel. It is currently headed by Yuli Novak, who took over in June 2023 from Hagai El-Ad, who had served as its director-general since May 2014. B'Tselem also maintains a presence in Washington, D.C., where it is known as B'Tselem USA. The organization has provoked sharp reactions within Israel, ranging from harsh criticism to strong praise.

B'Tselem
Founded3 February 1989 (1989-02-03)
TypeNon-profit, NGO
FocusChanging Israeli policy in the occupied territories to protect and sustain Palestinian human rights
HeadquartersJerusalem
Area served
Palestinian territories
Key people
Yuli Novak (Executive Director)
Employees
38
Websitewww.btselem.org
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