Perach Israel Sets Up Mock Polling Station for 200 Residents Ahead of Tuesday Vote

Israel holds a Knesset election on October 27, 2026.

More than 200 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are currently practicing how to cast ballots at a rehabilitation village run by Perach Israel.

The organization has established a temporary polling station within the facility to familiarize residents with the physical steps of voting. This setup includes a standard voting booth, paper envelopes, and ballot slips. Staff members lead residents through the procedure, explaining their legal right to vote and guiding them as they select a candidate and place the ballot in an envelope. The goal is to replicate the experience of an official polling station so residents know exactly what to expect on Election Day.

Moshe Stein, CEO of Perach Israel, stated that the right to choose is a central element of daily life in the village. "The right to choose is part of everyday life in our village," Stein said. He noted that staff teach residents to make independent decisions in minor areas, such as selecting clothing colors or deciding how to use free time. Stein added that this capacity for self-determination plays a significant role in the residents' quality of life. The voting exercise extends this principle of personal choice to the democratic process.

The practice sessions aim to remove uncertainty for eligible voters. By learning the practical aspects of voting in a familiar environment, residents are better prepared to participate alongside millions of other Israelis who will vote on Tuesday. The initiative ensures that these adults have a clear understanding of the mechanics required to make their voices heard in the next government.