Dr. Yitzhak Trachtingot

Dr. Yitzhak Trachtingot is a researcher at the Center for Economic Policy of the Ultra-Orthodox Society at the Aaron Institute for Economic Policy, Reichman University, as well as a lecturer, postdoctoral researcher, and research fellow at the Truman Institute at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His research lies at the intersection of psychology, education, and society, focusing on the social and cultural processes shaping ultra-Orthodox communities in Israel and the development of policies that can foster their integration into broader Israeli society while preserving their unique cultural fabric.

Academically, Dr. Trachtingot serves as Head of Department and Head of Program at Herzog Academic College, in addition to teaching psychology and education at several other academic institutions. His responsibilities include curriculum design, teaching, and training students to engage in educational and community work with an interdisciplinary perspective. His academic activity bridges theory and practice, consistently linking research with the evolving needs of the ultra-Orthodox community.

Dr. Trachtingot also has extensive experience in leadership and management positions in both the public and non-profit sectors. He previously held senior roles at the Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), the Prime Minister’s Office, and the Jerusalem Municipality, and managed a community administration in Jerusalem. In these positions, he was directly involved in developing and advancing large-scale social and educational programs aimed at strengthening the ties between the ultra-Orthodox community and state institutions, while creating supportive frameworks tailored to the community’s needs.
Currently, as a researcher and fellow at the Aaron Institute and the Truman Institute, Dr. Trachtingot leads both empirical and theoretical projects that address issues of education, employment, social identity, and community roles.

His research seeks to bridge academia, policymakers, and community actors, providing evidence-based insights to design long-term strategies for the ultra-Orthodox society. His vision is to create a future in which the ultra-Orthodox community is an integral partner in Israel’s economy and society, while maintaining its religious and cultural identity.