This year, as Easter, Eid al-Fitr, Passover, and Earth Day convene within the same period, and spring is blossoming across the region, the signs of war abating seem farther than ever. Together the holidays of the three main religions of our region remind us of the hope of spring, the importance of charity, and of freedom. Earth Day too celebrates our planet and rights of all people to a sustainable environment. These holidays arrive in very difficult times for all of us. They are a reminder that while we may be observing our religions’ celebrations, others will not be so fortunate. Therefore, we call yet again for an urgent ceasefire of all sides, reiterating our call for the immediate protection of all Palestinian and Israeli innocent civilian lives, for urgent steps to de-escalate the situation, and to prevent the continued spiraling to even further tragedy. We believe and show through our work that a different reality is possible in our region, a reality of compassion, trust, ...
... nt: It can be a time for discussing what kind of activism or projects we want to do this semester, ing a kibbutz-wide scavenger hunt, or having a talent show. Last week we came together to cel ...
by Sara Weissel Roselyne “Rose” Kamau from Kikuyu, Kiambu County, Kenya, is currently an intern at the Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation , researching Agrivoltaics under the sup
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by Sara Weissel, Spring 2024 intern L ast week, our students and interns went on a three-day-trip off campus as part of the compulsory weekly Dialogue Forum program. As one of seven interns,
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T he current semester at the Arava Institute includes 7 interns who are each conducting an independent research project under the supervision of Institute faculty. Ebby Soita is one of this semester
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