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RedShield Bulletin from Magen David Adom UK | Number 57 | Winter 2025 begin to build for it now, it will take far longer to arrive.”
Nas Daily in conversation with Robert Rinder MBE
The evening also saw the launch of two landmark initiatives, the MDA UK Bridge to Israel Awards (see P.4) and MDA UK’s 30 by 30 project, which will see 30 new projects by 2030 funded by MDA UK supporters. Linking 30 communities in the UK with 30 in Israel. Daniel Burger said: “For generations, people have identified MDA as ‘the ambulance people’ and donating towards an ambulance is an amazing sign of philanthropy. But MDA is about so much more and one of the greatest aspects of our work has been the building of links between communities in the UK and communities in Israel.”
THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW STARTS NOW Magen David Adom UK launched its fiveyear fundraising and awareness campaign “Machratayim” (Hebrew for The Day After Tomorrow) in the run up to MDA’s Centenary in 2030. At the launch dinner in November, held at the Peninsula Hotel, the charity set out its vision for the next five years with an uplifting message of hope and healing whilst acknowledging the ongoing impact of trauma both across Israel and the UK.
future. Together, they emphasised the urgent need for mental, emotional, and physical support for all Israelis, while honouring the continued bravery and lifesaving dedication of MDA’s volunteers. Introducing “Machratayim” and the importance of MDA’s work not only in emergency life-saving care but also in helping to address the physical and mental health impacts of the past two years, Russell Jacobs, Chair of MDA UK, said: “None of us can be certain when we will arrive at Machratayim, but we hope and pray that it is sooner rather than later. One thing is for sure: if we do not
Daniel Burger, MDA UK Chief Executive, Presenting Machratayim with Chairman, Russell Jacobs
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With guest speeches from the First Lady, Michal Herzog, global vlogger Nas Daily, and MDA volunteer Fadi Dekaidek, the evening highlighted a shared commitment to Israel’s
Over 400 guests attended the event, raising a phenomenal amount to support the work of Magen David Adom and save more lives.
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