Gilad Kariv

גלעד קריב

Chair of Committee for Immigration, Absorption and Diaspora Affairs; MK (The Democrats)

Reform rabbi and attorney who in 2021 became the first Reform clergyman elected to the Knesset; now sits with The Democrats (Labor-Meretz merger).

Positions and record

Advocates broader recognition for Reform and Conservative streams alongside Israel's Orthodox tradition
Seeks expanded civil options for marriage, conversion and burial while engaging respectfully with the Chief Rabbinate
Opposed the 2023 judicial overhaul as previous Constitution Committee chair; favors reforms achieved through broad consensus
Prioritizes the return of all hostages held in Gaza and strengthening IDF families
Champions deeper ties between Israel and Diaspora Jewry, including non-Orthodox communities

Gilad Kariv, The State of Israel. https://thestateofisrael.com/mk/gilad-kariv