Kol HaAdama - Transforming Trauma Into Purpose
Kol HaAdama empowers Israeli veterans to rediscover and reconnect to themselves
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
From Pain to Purpose
The Voice behind Kol HaAdama
Havneh Feder-Haugabook grew up in San Francisco, California, in a Jewish home shaped by a complex and diverse background. At 18, after facing trauma at home and in his environment, he made a life-altering decision: to move to Israel and enlist in the IDF as a lone soldier.
Between 2013 and 2016, he served as a combat soldier in Sayeret Givati, one of the IDF infantry's special reconnaissance unit. Alongside his team, he took part in high-risk counterterror operations throughout the West Bank.
After his release, Havneh began to experience symptoms of PTSD. But like many veterans, he didn’t fully recognize or confront it until years later. Eventually, he began intensive trauma treatment, including EMDR therapy and holistic mind-body approaches. That process, which took years, helped him face and integrate painful memories from both his childhood and military service. Throughout this time, he continued fulfilling reserve duty like many other Israeli veterans.
On October 7th, 2023, Havneh and his unit were drafted. They were among the first to enter northern Gaza during the Iron Swords War. Since then, he has served around 300 days in reserve duty.
For many, coming home after such prolonged exposure to war brings its own challenges. The internal disorientation, trying to reintegrate while carrying so much, sparked a shift in Havneh. He began somatic therapy after three months in combat and felt, for the first time, a connection between his emotions, the body and mind.
Havneh holds a Bachelor’s in Nutritional Sciences and a Master’s in Public Health, which forms the understanding of the urgent need for advancing community wellbeing, especially amongst soldiers. From this personal and professional experience, the idea for Kol HaAdama began to form.
The organization was born from a place of lived experience, not theory. It’s a response to what Havneh himself needed and what he saw others around him were missing: a place for grounding, meaning, action, kindness and rebuilding.
Kol HaAdama emerged from the belief that healing from war isn’t a straight path. It begins with small steps: putting your hands in the soil, showing up for yourself, and being seen by others who understand what you've been through.
Kol Haadama recognizes the selflessness of our soldiers, who have given so much to the land and to their nation without ever asking for anything in return. Our goal is to create a home outside of the chaos between war and civilian life. A home that puts the soldier first, and reminds them that they don't have to carry the weight alone. At Kol Haadama, we rebuild ourselves together.
Between 2013 and 2016, he served as a combat soldier in Sayeret Givati, one of the IDF infantry's special reconnaissance unit. Alongside his team, he took part in high-risk counterterror operations throughout the West Bank.
After his release, Havneh began to experience symptoms of PTSD. But like many veterans, he didn’t fully recognize or confront it until years later. Eventually, he began intensive trauma treatment, including EMDR therapy and holistic mind-body approaches. That process, which took years, helped him face and integrate painful memories from both his childhood and military service. Throughout this time, he continued fulfilling reserve duty like many other Israeli veterans.
On October 7th, 2023, Havneh and his unit were drafted. They were among the first to enter northern Gaza during the Iron Swords War. Since then, he has served around 300 days in reserve duty.
For many, coming home after such prolonged exposure to war brings its own challenges. The internal disorientation, trying to reintegrate while carrying so much, sparked a shift in Havneh. He began somatic therapy after three months in combat and felt, for the first time, a connection between his emotions, the body and mind.
Havneh holds a Bachelor’s in Nutritional Sciences and a Master’s in Public Health, which forms the understanding of the urgent need for advancing community wellbeing, especially amongst soldiers. From this personal and professional experience, the idea for Kol HaAdama began to form.
The organization was born from a place of lived experience, not theory. It’s a response to what Havneh himself needed and what he saw others around him were missing: a place for grounding, meaning, action, kindness and rebuilding.
Kol HaAdama emerged from the belief that healing from war isn’t a straight path. It begins with small steps: putting your hands in the soil, showing up for yourself, and being seen by others who understand what you've been through.
Kol Haadama recognizes the selflessness of our soldiers, who have given so much to the land and to their nation without ever asking for anything in return. Our goal is to create a home outside of the chaos between war and civilian life. A home that puts the soldier first, and reminds them that they don't have to carry the weight alone. At Kol Haadama, we rebuild ourselves together.
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
The Need for Support
8,000
Israeli veterans officially recognized with PTSD
80,000–160,000
Estimated actual cases- unreported or untreated
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
Meet Our Community
The heart of Kol HaAdama lies in the stories and contributions of the veterans who make our mission possible.
- Alison HofferBoard of Directors
- Yael LevyCommunity Coordinator
- OvedVineyard Specialist
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
Kol HaAdama gave me a sense of purpose and a way to heal. Through winemaking, I've found a path to reconnect with myself and the world around me.
Ronen Avraham
Veteran & Participant
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
In the right area, tell Kimmy what kind of section you want to add, like "I'd like to add a product introduction here."
The only way to do great work is to love what you do.
Steve Jobs
Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.
Steve Jobs
© 2023 Kol HaAdama. All Rights Reserved.