The 100 Dagim Initiative
Cultural First Aid for the Healing of Israeli Society
The "100 Dagim" Initiative by Hadag Nahash is dedicated to healing rifts within Israeli society through musical and social action.
From therapeutic master classes for trauma processing for residents of the Gaza Envelope, the North, and war victims, to supportive performances for soldiers and the wounded, alongside strengthening non-profits and reconnecting with our cultural roots—at the heart of our activity lies music as a unifying and healing force. It is a force that restores a voice to those who have lost it, fosters a sense of belonging, and enables us to rebuild togetherness, meaning, and hope within a complex reality.
" The solution is just around the corner,
And how easy it would be if only we wanted to change the picture"
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Dear Friends,
For years, I’ve lived and breathed the healing power of music. I’ve seen its ability to touch the soul, connect people, transform pain into hope, and inspire real change. This is what led us to establish the 100 Dagim initiative.
For over two decades, Hadag Nahash have harnessed the power of music as a tool for social change. Through iconic songs like The Sticker Song and Time to Wake Up – we’ve brought crucial issues such as equality, the fight against racism, and social justice into the spotlight. Time and again, we’ve seen how music sparks change, touches souls, and fosters healing and connection. This ethos is at the heart of 100 Dagim – Hadag Nahash Circle of Friends!
Over the years, we’ve learned that music is more than words and melody; it’s a universal language that breaks down barriers. Whether it’s a child from the periphery singing alongside a child from central Israel, or at-risk youth discovering their voice through creativity and music, that’s the transformative social change we strive to create .
I invite you to join 100 Dagim – Hadag Nahash Circle of Friends. Be part of a family that continues the tradition of using music as a tool for social change. Through creative workshops, collaborative music sessions, and community performances – each moment brings us closer to a more united, equal society.
Be a part of the change – join us today!
How do Music and Art Treat Trauma?
When words are not enough, music steps in. We use creation, writing, and playing as tools that bypass words to reach and process trauma. The workshops allow war victims to express their pain in a safe space and transform it into a creation that empowers them.
Who facilitates the workshops?
Each workshop is led by an integrated team: professional musicians (members of Hadag Nahash and other artists) alongside certified therapists, social workers, and mental health professionals. This combination ensures a professional and sensitive support system.
Who are the workshops intended for?
The activity is intended for residents of the Gaza Envelope and the South; Northern communities returning home after prolonged evacuation; youth and adults dealing with emotional overload, loss, and burnout; soldiers dealing with military-related PTSD; and diverse groups in Israeli society—secular, religious, Arabs, and Jews—as part of strengthening connection, trust, and community resilience. Additionally, the activity also targets therapists and educational teams from the communities themselves, through dedicated training programs.
Where does the donation go?
Donations are dedicated entirely to mental processing and strengthening activities: funding professionals, equipment, and logistics that enable us to reach the various communities and groups. The association operates with full transparency, is recognized for tax-deductible donations (Section 46), and does not deal with distributing material aid, but solely with creating spaces for mental rehabilitation.