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The Fight to Save Israel’s Mental Health | Maayan Aviv
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- Here I Am With Shai Davidai
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- Nov 3, 2025
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- 3403
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Summary
In this episode, host Shai Davidai sits down with Maayan Aviv, CEO of American Friends of Natal, an Israeli NGO specializing in trauma treatment, PTSD, and community resilience. Maayan shares her personal journey from her upbringing between Israel and the US to leading organizations focused on Jewish philanthropy. The conversation explores Natal’s mission to support trauma victims in Israel, especially following the events of October 7th, and how the organization builds resilience in individuals and communities through helplines, clinical support, and proactive programs. Maayan discusses the challenges of addressing trauma, the importance of human connection, and how Natal’s work extends beyond Israel to inspire similar initiatives abroad. The episode closes with a personal lightning round, highlighting Maayan’s insights on hope, coping, and the power of community in times of crisis. This season is dedicated to Shai’s grandmother, Leah Davidai, who passed away earlier this year. Sponsored in part by Iron Dome Coffee, visit www.irondomecoffee.com and use the code HERE I AM for an exclusive discount just for our listeners. Guest: Maayan Aviv Consider DONATING to help us continue and expand our media efforts. If you cannot at this time, please share this video with someone who might benefit from it. We thank you for your support! COMING SOON BUY MERCH! SUPPORT SHAI ON PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/shaidavidai/about?utm_source=campaign-search-results 🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an episode 📢 Follow us on social media: Instagram: hereiamwithshaidavidai Tik Tok: hereiamwithshaidavidai / hereiamwithshaidavidai 🎧 Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform: RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/hereiamwithshaidavidai/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us…