קהילה ומקום: חוויות ותפיסות בקרב משפחות חרדיות שפונו או התפנו מביתן במלחמת "חרבות ברזל"

This study explores the experiences of Haredi families forced to evacuate their homes during "Iron Swords" war, focusing on the unique challenges they faced due to their religious and communal lifestyle. The study seeks to examine how Haredi families coped with the disruption of their established communal structure, and what private or communal resources were available to them. The research was conducted using a qualitative approach. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were held with fifteen mothers of children who, together with their families, were evacuated from their homes in the south and north of the country during the war for a period of at least one month. The findings highlighted the crucial role the community plays in the daily lives of Haredi families, providing not only functional support but also a sense of belonging and identity. The sudden disruption of this communal structure caused significant challenges on the personal, familial, and communal levels. This research expands the body of knowledge on communities in crisis regarding situations of evacuation and internal displacement, while addressing the unique characteristics of Haredi society and the specific implications for individuals and families facing displacement. In doing so, the research also contributes to the growing body of knowledge concerning Haredi society.