200 residents use mock booth to rehearse Tuesday vote
Staff at a Perach Israel village guide adults with disabilities through the ballot process ahead of the October 27 Knesset election.
By Blake Mitchell ·
A mock polling station opened at a Perach Israel rehabilitation village on Monday.
The setup includes a voting booth, envelopes, and ballot slips for more than 200 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The exercise prepares residents for the Knesset election scheduled for Tuesday, October 27.
Staff members guide participants through the steps of selecting a ballot and placing it in an envelope.
Moshe Stein, CEO of Perach Israel, stated that the right to choose is part of everyday life in the village.
"The ability to make their own decisions plays a significant role in their quality of life," Stein said.
Stein noted that staff teach residents to make independent choices, ranging from clothing color to how they spend their free time.
The practice sessions occur in a familiar environment to help eligible voters understand the practical aspects of casting ballots.
This initiative allows residents to prepare alongside millions of other Israelis heading to the polls.
The mock station costs nothing in direct monetary expense to the residents, requiring only staff time and basic materials.
Source: The Jerusalem Post
