Founded in 1989 by a group of prominent Israeli public figures, B'Tselem combines first-class research, innovative advocacy and public education strategies to effect change. B'Tselem has published over 125 reports on a wide range of human rights issues, produced video shorts, created a video archive and organized major public campaigns. The organization also serves as an important source of information for journalists, researchers and the diplomatic community at the national & international level. B'Tselem's activities receive extensive media coverage, generate public debate and encourage changes in official policy. B'Tselem is independent and is funded by contributions from foundations in Europe & North America that support human rights activity worldwide and also by private individuals in Israel and abroad.