Ruti Baruch

Ruti Baruch, an 81-year-old resident of Gan Ner, Israel, is a social worker and a prominent figure in the adoption community. A child of adoption herself, she has dedicated her life to supporting adopted children and their families within the kibbutz movement. Ruti has authored a book entitled 'Secrets Beyond the Door', which shares her personal adoption story alongside the experiences of eight other adopted individuals she has worked with. She is also an advocate for families affected by PTSD, stemming from her husband's experiences in the Yom Kippur War.