2025
Michal Herzog Joins Nickelodeon Israel, NATAL to Help Kids Cope With Iran War
Six children from different parts of the country and diverse communities, including Petah Tikva, Jaffa, Ashdod, and smaller towns, take part in the program.
By Hannah Brown, Published on the Jerusalem Post | June 28, 2025
Nickelodeon Israel and NATAL, the Israeli Trauma and Resilience Center, launched a special program for children, featuring Israel’s First Lady Michal Herzog, to help them cope with the war.
The special is part of the “I’ve Got Me” campaign, which is aimed at providing children with tools to help them cope with anxiety and stress brought on by the war.
The program is hosted by popular kids’ star Kim Ben Shimon, alongside NATAL therapist Liat Barnea.
For this special, they were joined by the First Lady, who is known for her deep commitment to social causes, particularly those concerning children.
Together, they respond to the difficult questions children are facing right now and offer simple, practical tools to help them deal with fear, anxiety, and uncertainty – all with the goal of strengthening their inner resilience and emotional well-being during these challenging times.
Six children from different parts of the country and diverse communities, including Petah Tikva, Jaffa, Ashdod, and smaller towns, take part in the program.
Herzog said, “I believe children need to know that they are not alone. Sometimes, especially when we’re scared, saying it out loud is the first step toward feeling a little safer.
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“Yet, time and again, I am amazed by the strength, wisdom, and joy that lives within our children. In the midst of all the challenges, they continue to remind us what true resilience looks like.”
She added, “I’ve Got Me” is much more than just a program. Thanks to the collaboration with NATAL and Nickelodeon, it’s a real opportunity to give children a sense of safety, meaningful tools to cope, and most of all – to show them that we are listening. In moments like these, full of uncertainty and fear, we must remember: It’s okay to be afraid – but you don’t have to face it alone.”
Orly Atlas-Katz, the CEO of Paramount’s Ananey: “At Nickelodeon, it’s more important than ever for us to be there for children – especially in these moments.
Given the complex reality we’re all facing, we felt a responsibility to act quickly. Within just a few days, we produced this special program to give kids a sense of safety, empowerment, and reassurance that they’re not alone. “We’re proud to collaborate with NATAL and deeply grateful to the First Lady, Michal Herzog, for taking part in this vital initiative – one that gives children real tools to cope with the fears and emotions brought on by these difficult times. We hope for calmer, brighter days ahead.”
The special is now available on HOT, Yes, and the digital platforms of Nickelodeon and TeenNick in Israel.