Last season the Maccabi Tel Aviv FC Foundation began programing for Lone Soldiers in the IDF and have now moved into high gear, literally, as a brand new Driver’s License Project is underway together with The Lone Soldier Center – In Memory of Michael Levin.
What is the importance of obtaining a driver’s license? In today’s world, a driver’s license is one of the basic necessities in order for one to be able to function and obtain employment. For a Lone Soldier who is just being released from the army, it’s a step that will help open up doors for them in the job market.
Head of the Maccabi Foundation Josh Halickman explained: “It’s critical to have a driver’s license in today’s day and age in order to make a living. This project will help the Lone Soldiers increase their chances in obtaining employment and also aid them in reintegrating into society.”
One of the Lone Soldiers who is participating in the program spoke about its importance: “This is something that extremely helpful. A drivers’ license is so important today as it gives a person the independence they need to succeed after the army.”
Lone Soldiers are comprised of a number of populations. Half come from foreign countries while the other half grew up in Israel but for one reason or another are not in touch with their families.
