Founder

The founder of Mamanet, Ofra, is a player on the Remez B Team in Israel. She creates and promotes community sports projects to support women and mothers in Israel and around the world—one of the only women in the world to provide women’s sports for mothers. She is a member of the Committee for the Advancement of Women’s Sports in Israel and the winner of the Israeli Ministry of Health Award for the organization “I Am Also Aware” for raising knowledge and awareness of mammography examinations among women in Israel and around the world.

CEO

Sivan Shafer, CEO of Mamanet, was born in Ashkelon and is 40 years old. She is
married and the mother of three daughters. With over a decade of experience in
managing plans and strategic initiatives in the social and public sectors, she has held various management positions in social entrepreneurship. She is also the founder of the “Acharya” project and other initiatives supporting women victims of violence.
In 2018, Sivan Shafer established Mamanet Ashkelon, which has grown to include
over 250 members. Reflecting on her role, she expressed, “It is a privilege for me to lead an organization that serves as a platform of opportunities for mothers in Israel and worldwide. Having firsthand experience in the social realm, I believe Mamanet is a powerful tool for advancing social leadership through mothers, benefiting their children, families, and the entire community.”

Research and Program Development

Riki holds a Ph.D. in Health Promotion, and a Bachelor’s in both Public Health and Physical Education. She was a physical education teacher for nineteen years. Currently, she is an Associate Professor at Ariel University in the fields of health promotion and sports for girls and women in Israel and around the world. She is also the director of the Research Center of Health Promotion and Wellbeing at Ariel University. In recent years, she led a team of researchers from Israel and abroad to evaluate Mamanet’s impact in Israel and abroad.

Board Member, Previous CEO

An expert in sports management, Karin leads international projects. She serves as a member of Mamanet’s Board of Directors and as a senior coach in the Mamanet League. Karin has a degree in Sports Psychology and lectures in the field of mental training.

Board Member

Mother of three children. Has a B.A degree in social sciences – specialization in economics. M.A. degree in management and business administration. Active in the community in establishing groups in northern Israel. A leader in integrating groups with special needs and girls at risk. Partner in the establishment of Mamant groups in the world. Believes that through sports, women, and connection to the community, it is possible to connect worlds. Mamant every mother can!

Director of the Professional Committee

Ziv shares a joyful marriage with Yael, whom he met while coaching volleyball in the Women’s Premier League. He is not only a lawyer and CEO of a company specializing in property and real estate management but also holds an MBA in business administration from the Interdisciplinary Center. Ziv is a versatile individual, having experience as a volleyball coach and a professional player in the national league, managing to find time for various activities, including netball. In his role at Mamanet, Ziv serves as the Director of Mamanet’s professional committee and is a crucial part of the international team implementing the Mamanet model abroad.

Board Member

Naomi holding the roles of treasurer and management member at Mamanet Israel. Married and a mother of four children, she also proudly embraces her role as a grandmother of three, with the anticipation of their multiplication. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in international business administration, Naomi is not only dedicated to her professional responsibilities but also takes an active role as the chairperson of the Women’s Forum Municipality. Her commitment extends to social activism, where she engages passionately.
To her, Mamanet is more than just a community—it’s a family that captured her heart from the very beginning, offering a sense of belonging and camaraderie.

Marketing consultant

Iris was exposed to Mamant about three years ago and was blown away by the magic of the sports game, and its social values. “….I believe that Mamanet creates a huge change among mothers and children, and I am happy and proud to take part in this activity”….

Board Member

Sigal, a married woman and mother of three children, embarked on her Mamanet journey alongside Ofra Abramovitch, the founder, who served as her guiding force in experiencing growth and enhancement. Actively participating in Israel, she successfully established two teams. Presently, Sigal holds a prominent position as a board member in the Mamanet committee.

Director of the Regulations Committee

Israela, a devoted mother to 18-year-old, has been an integral part of the Mamanet Givatayim league since its inception. Beyond her role as The Director of the Regulations Committee, she is a dedicated social activist and a therapist specializing in eating disorders and emotional eating.

“For me, the journey in Mamanet represents a connection to fundamental values, a commitment to community contribution, the tangible application of accepting everyone as they are, and a partnership and support system intertwined with the celebration of sports and enjoyment.”