DP Team Members - itworks

Fatma

Shira — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:40:59 +0000

Shira Erez

Shira — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:42:33 +0000

Shira Erez is the VP of Development at itworks, bringing with her more than 20 years of experience in the social sector and a deep commitment to creating meaningful social impact. Born in Naharia, she earned her BA in English Literature and Political Science and her MA in Public Policy from the Hebrew University. Shira joined itworks because she wanted to be part of a national mission that feels especially urgent and personal: helping bring high-value employment opportunities to the North at a critical moment in Israel’s history. She strongly believes in the promise of High-Tech Horizon and in itworks’ ability to create lasting change in the region.

In her role, Shira leads itworks’ resource development efforts and manages the department’s staff. She oversees annual and multi-year fundraising strategies in Israel and abroad, cultivates relationships with foundations, corporate partners, and private donors, and works to expand the organization’s network of supporters. She also identifies new funding opportunities, organizes donor visits, and helps strengthen itworks’ marketing and public relations infrastructure.

Fluent in both Hebrew and English, Shira brings strategic vision, strong relationship-building skills, and a deep sense of purpose to her work. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, three children, and their cat.

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Anat Waheb

Shira — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:01:14 +0000

Born and raised in Isfiya, Anat Waheb is deeply committed to creating real employment opportunities that open doors and expand possibilities. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Human Resources, along with a Teaching Certificate in Civics and History, and studied at Bar-Ilan University and Tel Aviv University.

Anat serves as Employer Relations Manager at itworks, where she leads the development and management of the organization’s employer partnerships. She works closely with companies to build meaningful collaborations and to help candidates successfully integrate into the workforce. Her work is rooted in relationship-building, long-term thinking, and a genuine belief in the power of connection.

Anat joined itworks because she believes that the right connection between people and opportunities can truly change lives. She is inspired by the organization’s blend of professionalism and social impact, and she takes pride in being part of work that makes a tangible difference for individuals, employers, and communities alike.

She is fluent in Arabic, Hebrew, and English. Outside of work, Anat enjoys staying active through sports, reading for pleasure, and building websites and applications. She is also a proud mother of two children.

The post Anat Waheb first appeared on itworks.

Efrat Rozen Zaken

Shira — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:28:11 +0000

Efrat Rozen Zaken leads Siraj at itworks, where she is dedicated to expanding opportunities for Bedouin students and graduates to enter, grow, and succeed in Israel’s high-tech sector. Her work focuses on creating meaningful pathways through student communities, STEM alumni networks, and partnerships with universities and high-tech employers, all with the goal of helping talented young people access opportunities that may once have felt out of reach. Born and raised in Be’er Sheva, Efrat brings both professional expertise and a deep personal connection to the communities and regions she serves. With an academic background in sociology and gender studies, along with training in group facilitation and mental coaching, she brings a thoughtful, people-centered approach to her work. She believes strongly in the power of community, connection, and opportunity to create lasting change. Efrat chose to join forces with itworks through the merger with Siraj out of a deep belief that this partnership could create broader and more meaningful impact on the ground. She is passionate about building bridges between people, institutions, and industries, and about helping more young Bedouin adults imagine a future for themselves in Israel’s innovation economy. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, writing, traveling, and bringing people together.

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Erel Danan

Shira — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:46:21 +0000

Erel was born in Netanya, Israel, and holds an LL.B. from the Netanya Academic College, along with a senior payroll certification from the Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Israel. She leads contract management, procurement processes, and project coordination at itworks, supporting smooth operations and compliance across the organization.

Erel speaks Hebrew and English, and chose to join itworks because of the good people and positive, welcoming atmosphere. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and reading books.

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Yasmin Zedan

Shira — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:28:30 +0000

Yasmin Zedan was born in the Druze village of Isfiya on Mount Carmel and now lives in Daliyat al-Carmel. She holds a master’s degree in Development and Innovation in Organizations from the University of Haifa.

As the Program Manager for the Arab and Druze sectors at itworks, Yasmin leads recruitment and job placement processes, providing personal and professional support to participants throughout all stages of training and integration into the workforce. She works to build connections with suppliers and high-tech companies, with the goal of advancing individuals from the Arab and Druze communities and opening doors to high-quality employment opportunities.

Her work is driven by a deep belief in the potential of these communities and by her determination to address social, economic, and cultural barriers, which include language gaps and the lack of professional networks. She strives to enable each participant to recognize their strengths and present them confidently in the job market.

Outside of work, Yasmin enjoys reading romance novels, traveling with her family, cooking for her children, gardening, and listening to music.

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Walaa Ibrahim

adminitworks — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:45:17 +0000

Over the past decade, Walaa has worked to promote the integration of Arab academic graduates into Israel’s high-tech industry, driven by a deep belief in closing gaps and building a shared and equitable society in Israel.
She currently manages the Women in Tech program, which includes coordinating with companies to provide annual DEI training courses and inclusion consultants to ensure that companies are prepared to receive employees from various backgrounds. She also plays a key role in designing and leading internship, training, and placement programs for underrepresented populations from Arab, Bedouin, and Druze communities.

She lives in Daburiyya, the village where she was born, and holds a law degree from Tel Aviv University. Beyond work, she enjoys traveling, baking, books, movies, and strong coffee.

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Shira Gewirtz

adminitworks — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:44:43 +0000

Shira was born and raised in Maryland and graduated from the University of Maryland with a BA in Communication and Towson University with an MS in Occupational Therapy. She moved to Israel in 2021 with her family, hoping to pursue a career that would tie together all her skills and passions. She has always been a fierce writer and believer in fighting for marginalized communities- which is what attracted her to itworks. Here, in addition to creating new partnerships and fostering old ones, she writes all the English marketing materials, reports, and content on the site.

When she’s not saving the world at the office, Shira’s saving one of her kids from running into the street. She lives in Netanya with her wonderful husband and four energetic children.

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Shir Golani

adminitworks — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:44:13 +0000

Shir has worked for itworks as a public relations representative for about 7 years, and joined the team in a full-time capacity in 2025 as the Hebrew Resource Development Manager. She has a law degree and master’s degree in public administration and government policy.
At itworks, Shir promotes collaboration with foundations and businesses in Israel. She uses her connections to carry out all fundraising campaigns in Israel. Shir can often be found in the office on a zoom call with potential funders and social responsibility representatives from top corporations.

When she’s not raising awareness about itworks, Shir teaches yoga.

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Regina Korchevskaya

adminitworks — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:43:37 +0000

Regina (also known as Rina) left Ukraine for Israel with her mother and dog during the early days of the war in 2022. She holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Psychology from university in Ukraine.

When she joined itworks in 2022, Regina launched the Olim Program to support fellow Ukrainian and Russian olim as they began rebuilding their lives in Israel. Her personal journey is deeply connected to her professional mission. She knows firsthand how difficult it is to adapt to a new country. She brings deep empathy and determination to those she supports.

As the Olim Program Manager, she does everything from leading courses and fostering a sense of community, to helping olim navigate their professional journeys. She speaks Ukrainian, Russian, English, and Hebrew.
Regina met her Ukrainian husband after moving to Israel, and they live in Ashdod. When she’s not working, she enjoys going out for sushi with her family.

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