Meet Our Team

Meet The Team Behind Embrace and Rebuild

Dr. Elie(Eliyahu) Abadie

Chairman

Dr. Elie(Eliyahu) Abadie

Chairman

Dr. Abadie's extensive experience and profound knowledge in both spiritual and medical fields provide invaluable insights and leadership to Embrace and Rebuild. As Chairman, his role significantly strengthens our mission to enhance national resilience, support community healing, and promote cultural and educational initiatives. Dr. Abadie's deep-rooted Sephardic heritage and global influence uniquely position him to guide our organization in fostering strong, resilient communities. Born in Beirut, Rabbi Abadie received his Rabbinic Ordination in 1986 and his MD in 1990. He is the founder of significant institutions such as the Sephardic Academy of Manhattan and the Moise Safra Center. His contributions to society encompass medicine, community leadership, healing, education, and cultural preservation.

Rabbi Gad Bouskila

Rabbinical spiritual advisor

Rabbi Gad Bouskila

Rabbinical spiritual advisor

Rabbi Bouskila’s extensive experience in spiritual leadership and his deep roots in the Moroccan Jewish community provide invaluable guidance to Embrace and Rebuild. As the Rabbinical Spiritual Advisor, his wisdom and dedication play a crucial role in advancing the organization's mission to enhance national resilience, support community healing, and promote cultural and educational initiatives. Rabbi Bouskila’s active involvement in numerous educational and religious institutions further enhances his ability to lead and inspire within the organization.

Rabbi Yitzhak Gabai

Spiritual Support

Rabbi Yitzhak Gabai

Spiritual Support

Danny Saida

Associate Member

Danny Saida

Associate Member

Shlomo Asraf

Legal Advisor

Shlomo Asraf

Legal Advisor

Kobi Eliraz

Expert in Land Management and Planning for National Resilience

Kobi Eliraz

Expert in Land Management and Planning for National Resilience

Tamar Asraf

Head of the field of Islamic Judaism

Tamar Asraf

Head of the field of Islamic Judaism

Tamar Asraf researches the overlooked mid-19th-century Jewish immigration from North Africa to Israel, exploring its historical, cultural, and social impact on the development of modern settlements. She highlights the contributions of the Jaffa community established by these immigrants and its role in absorbing Eastern European immigration. In addition to her research, Tamar connects younger generations to their heritage through educational programs that blend historical knowledge with Jewish identity, fostering pride and belonging. In addition, Tamar engages in educational activities to connect younger generations in Israel with their cultural and historical heritage. She aims to strengthen Jewish identity and a sense of belonging, using creative methods to make heritage accessible and meaningful.

Asaf Levi

Media & Logistics

Asaf Levi

Media & Logistics

Yariv Moshe

CEO

Yariv Moshe

CEO

Yariv Moshe began his IDF service in Golani's 13th Battalion, later advancing to officer and company commander in an elite unit, achieving the rank of major. After his military service, he earned bachelor's and master's degrees in business administration from the University of Birmingham, England. With extensive experience in finance and entrepreneurship, Yariv founded Bonus Finance, Corepeak Technologies, and AFC International Trading. In 2016, he led Israel's after-school protest, founding the Acamedia association for informal education. Yariv is actively involved in social and community activities in israel and worldwide. he is married to Merav and have four children.