Democracy. Peace. Development.

HSF works with partners in Israel and the Palestinian Territories to strengthen democratic participation, mutual understanding and sustainable development.

Active in Israel since 1979 · Palestinian Territories since 1994

Stories from our work

The Institute for International Cooperation makes an impact - across more than 70 projects: Ilse Aigner, President of the Bavarian State Parliament, on HSF’s international work (in German).

Prime Minister Netanyahu has lost his parliamentary majority - yet he may still hold the strategic advantage. Why the numbers alone do not tell the full political story. Short analysis in German.

50 years of international cooperation. Global networks. Close to the people. What the Hanns Seidel Foundation stands for - with Dr. Susanne Luther, Director of the Institute for International Cooperation.

Israel's 2026 Knesset election has reshaped the country's political landscape without producing a clear majority. The video examines the election results, the new balance of power, and the complex process of forming a government that continues to shape Israeli politics in the aftermath of the vote. 

More information: Israel nach der Wahl: neue Kräfteverhältnisse, alte Konflikte

Partnerships that make a difference

We work with Israeli, Palestinian and international organisations to develop locally rooted solutions and create lasting impact. Our 2026 collaborations include the Tel Aviv University, 0202 – Points of View from Jerusalem, and Women of the Sun.

Transparency matters.

HSF Jerusalem is directly mandated by the German national parliament (Deutscher Bundestag) and fully funded from the German federal budget. In accordance with Israeli law and our commitment to transparency, HSF Jerusalem’s annual financial reports are publicly available through the Ministry of Justice. 

Learn more about funding and transparency in About us.