Gideon Fisher


Gideon Fisher is an Israeli Lawyer and public figure. He is the founder of the Fisher Foundation for Holocaust Survivors. He also is head of The Israeli National Parents Association, Chairman of the Israeli International Arbitration Committee of the International Chamber of Commerce and was head of the Women's International Zionist Organization fundraising organization until 2012. Fisher is a lawyer and heads a law firm that carries his name.

Biography

Fisher was born on August 11, 1965. He is the son of Joseph and Malli Fisher who were Holocaust survivors. His father grew up in Austria and Israel and was a member of the Palmach. Fisher has four siblings: Esti; David Fisher, who is a film director and producer; Ronel; and Amnon, a musician and an actor.

Public activities

Gideon Fisher is involved in a variety of public activities:
The Fisher Foundation, founded by Fisher, provides scholarships and funds activities related to welfare and education. The foundation memorializes the Holocaust and helps the second generation of survivors, working to create recognition of the emotional toll they have suffered as a result of the Holocaust.