Awards

We are proud to see lives transformed through our work and grateful when that impact is recognized by others. These honors are a celebration of our dedicated team, supportive partners, and the inspiring individuals who drive change across Israel.

Over the years, itworks has received awards from respected institutions in Israel and abroad, acknowledging our commitment to economic empowerment, social inclusion, and employment equity. Each one reflects the strength of the communities we serve, the partners who walk alongside us, and the thousands of success stories that inspire us every day.

Award of Recognition

2025

In 2025, Ifat Baron, Founder and CEO of itworks, received an Award of Recognition from Israel’s Minister for Social Equality and the Advancement of the Status of Women, honoring her sustained leadership and meaningful contribution to advancing employment opportunities and social mobility in Israel. The award recognizes nearly two decades of dedication to expanding access to quality employment for underrepresented communities and building scalable, impactful models that strengthen individuals, communities, and Israel’s high-tech economy.

 

Elluminate Fellowship
2024

In 2024, Ifat Baron was selected as a Fellow in Elluminate’s elite Collective—an initiative dedicated to supporting Jewish women social entrepreneurs. Out of a competitive field of over 100 applicants, Ifat was honored for her visionary leadership and entrepreneurial spirit, using a gender lens to drive systemic change. Under her guidance, itworks has not only bridged employment gaps in Israel’s high-tech sector but also helped shape national policy by piloting inclusive models that advance gender equity in the workforce

WeWork Creator Awards Jerusalem – Innovation Award
2018

In 2018, itworks received the Innovation Award at the prestigious WeWork Creator Awards ceremony in Jerusalem. Out of hundreds of applicants across diverse sectors—ranging from tech startups to nonprofits—our organization was distinguished for its creative, scalable approach to bridging employment divides in Israel’s high-tech industry. The award recognized itworks for combining social impact with sustainable innovation, demonstrating how targeted training and inclusive hiring practices can reshape the future of work and expand opportunities for underrepresented talent.

The International Alliance for Women World of Change Award
2015

In 2015, itworks was honored with the prestigious World of Difference Award by The International Alliance for Women (TIAW), recognizing our efforts to advance the economic empowerment of women in Israel. This global award celebrates individuals and organizations creating positive change in the lives of women around the world. itworks was selected for its innovative employment programs that break down barriers for women—particularly those from marginalized communities—by equipping them with the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to thrive in Israel’s workforce and tech industry.

Bernice S. Tannenbaum Prize by the Hadassah Foundation
2012

In 2012, Ifat received the prestigious Bernice S. Tannenbaum Prize from the Hadassah Foundation. This annual award honors emerging leaders who are advancing the status of women and girls in Israel or the United States. Ifat was celebrated for “leveling the playing field in Israel’s high‑tech marketplace, particularly for women,” and for drawing on her experience driving corporate social responsibility at Cisco Systems to build itworks into a transformative social enterprise. The award underscored her commitment to dismantling systemic barriers and creating opportunities for women to thrive at every stage of their professional journey.