mmd@givathaviva.org.il

Mohammad Darawshe

Director of Strategy

Mohammad leads Givat Haviva’s strategic development with empathy, innovation, and a lifelong dedication to advancing an equal and shared society in Israel. Currently pursuing a Ph.D., he holds a Master’s in Conflict and Peace Studies from the University of Haifa and a Bachelor’s in English and Political Science from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Recognized internationally as an expert on Jewish–Arab relations, Mohammad brings decades of experience in public policy, leadership, and social partnership-building, strengthening Givat Haviva’s vision through dialogue and strategic collaboration.

 Previously worked as co-director of The Abraham Initiatives, elections campaign manager at the Democratic Arab Party and United Arab List, and was a leadership fellow at the New Israel Fund.

Member of the executive board of Darkenu, Pnima, and Aaron Economics Center. Previously elected council member of his hometown Iksal. Presented lectures at the European Parliament, NATO Defense College, the World Economic Forum, Club de Madrid, the US Congress, and Israel's Presidential Conference. Recipient of the Peacemakers Award from the Catholic Theological Union and the Peace and Security Award of the World Association of NGOs. 

Member of the National Committee on Coexistence Education Policy; the Three-Sector Roundtable at the Prime Minister's office; and the Strategic Planning Authority for Economic Development of Arab Sector.