Israel approves $16 million plan to support Nova massacre survivors until 2028

Israel's government has approved a comprehensive plan allocating NIS 60 million to support survivors of the Nova Music Festival massacre through 2028. The initiative aims to provide a coordinated and accessible government response to assist those affected by the October 7 attack.

The plan focuses on several key areas to facilitate survivors' rehabilitation and return to normal life. It includes the establishment of a personal support system to ensure continuity of care through the Welfare and Social Affairs Ministry. Medical and mental health services will be expanded, with a focus on adapting health services to better meet survivors' needs. Substance abuse prevention and treatment programs are also part of the initiative.

Beyond medical and psychological support, the plan addresses employment integration. The Ministry of Labor, the Employment Service, and the National Insurance Institute will work together to create pathways for survivors to return to work. A digital system will be developed to improve coordination among various entities, manage data, and provide up-to-date situation assessments.

According to a government statement, the plan recognizes the "central role" of survivors' families in the recovery process and will further develop support for them. The initiative is designed to ensure that survivors continue to receive tailored government assistance as part of Israel's commitment to their rehabilitation. A dedicated official within the Prime Minister's Office will oversee the plan's implementation, monitoring its status and ensuring it adapts to survivors' evolving needs. Approximately 3,600 people have been recognized as survivors, many with injuries and disabilities resulting from the massacre.

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The plan is designed to ensure that in the coming years after the disaster, survivors of the southern festivals will continue to receive a coordinated, accessible, and tailored government response, as part of the State of Israel's ongoing commitment to accompany them through the process of rehabilitation and returning to normal life.