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February 24, 2024
Arab students at Israeli universities facing punitive actions for support of Palestine
Many Arab-Palestinian students in Israel have been detained, harassed, expelled and subjected to legal proceedings for expressing opinions on social media platforms. The situation has led to disciplinary actions by universities and debates regarding freedom of speech. Arab students have been particularly targeted, raising concerns about discrimination and selective enforcement of laws.
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February 17, 2024
It is urgent to invest in Arab integration in Israel - opinion
This article discusses the recent survey Givat Haviva put out on Jewish and Arab attitudes towards one another in Israel after October 7th. This article explains the importance of investing in Arab society and maintaining Jewish- Arab relations in Israel.
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January 18, 2024
A Home in a Time of Hopelessness
This article highlights Givat Haviva's compassionate response to the October 7th Attacks. Providing, refuge for over 260 evacuees, offering essential support such as housing and meals ,despite budget constraints. Givat Haviva's dedicated staff, comprising both Jewish and Arab members, worked tirelessly to ensure the well-being of those seeking shelter. Community support, including a significant grant from CJP's Israel Emergency Fund, played a crucial role.
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January 18, 2024
Even as war rages in Gaza, Israel’s Arabs are feeling more Israeli
The article examines the unique response of Israel's Arab citizens to the conflict with Hamas, noting a striking contrast to past clashes. Despite fears, arrests, and threats by far-right figures now in positions of power, Israel's Arabs have largely maintained a studied silence during the current conflict. Opinion polls, including one by Givat Haviva, suggest that over half of Arab respondents attribute this calm to a desire for peace and shared destiny with mainstream Israel, signaling an unexpected inclination towards integration. However, deep communal divisions persist, with discriminatory views among some Jewish Israelis. Despite feeling closer to the state, Israel's Arabs emphasize their unwavering Palestinian identity and empathy for both Palestinian and Jewish pain.
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November 20, 2023
Between Israelis and Palestinians, a Lethal Psychological Chasm Grows
In a conflict marked by complete incomprehension on both sides, the ability to see each other as human has been lost. This NYT article featuring Mohammad Darawshe goes into depth on the current attitudes in Israel during the current war.
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November 9, 2023An Arab-Israeli Paramedic Was Killed on Oct. 7. His Cousin Strives for Peace | Amanpour and Company
Mohammad Darawshe is an Arab citizen of Israel, and in a recent article says he feels as though his state is fighting its own people. Mohammad’s cousin Awad was killed in the Hamas attacks on October 7th while working as a paramedic at the Nova musical festival. Mohammad shared his story with President Biden during his recent visit to Israel and joins the show to tell us more.