Building a democratic and inclusive Israel
by Uriel Simonsohn
This past year has tested the social fabric of Israeli society in ways we have not seen in a generation. Amid conflict and deepening divisions, it has become painfully clear that if we are to build a more equal, cohesive, and democratic Israel, we must…
Collaboration can build a stronger, healthier tomorrow
by Mohammad Darawshe
The tragic war in Gaza is the longest and most brutal war we’ve ever known, and has shattered everything we’ve worked so hard to build – mutual responsibility, compassion, trust, and a shared society between Arabs and Jews in Israel.
But the war isn't…
Pursuing equality and democracy for all Israel’s citizens
By Shahira Shalabi
The concept of democracy faces a profound challenge in today's Israel. The definition of the state as both "Jewish and democratic" creates an inherent tension in relation to its Palestinian citizens. Also referred to, especially internationally, as Arab citizens of Israel, this population,…
A new generation of Bedouin leaders building a shared future
by Menucha Saitowitz
At Desert Stars, we are building a new generation of Bedouin leaders – young people with the skills, vision and courage to shape not only the future of their own communities, but of Israeli society as a whole.
Our vision is…
