Akim Israel works to promote the rights and quality of life of 35,000 kids and adults who are mentally disabled, as well as their families. Akim works in 65 branches and activity locations, which work in 87 communities across the country. Aside of being a messenger organization, Akim, in collaboration with the ministry of welfare and local authorities, is operating 100 educational frameworks, as well as employment, housing, culture and leisure programs, support centers and a family center, as well as a center for children with special needs. Volunteering at Akim is suitable for students from the special education, social work, psychology and behavioral science fields, who take initiative, who are responsible and patient to others.