Tag Archive: East Jerusalem

Arab Victim of Police Beating Visited by Tag Meir

This show of solidarity is part of a commitment by the group to visit victims of racist crimes within 48 hours of their occurrence.

Meet Inbal Halperin: “Diversity is an asset, not a liability.”

Local Jerusalemite Inbal Halperin navigates her increasingly divided city by joining Shatil’s training program, Lowering the Walls.

On-the-Ground Report from Social Justice Fellow in Jerusalem

Social Justice Fellow Josh Schwartz left New York for Jerusalem in order to learn about Israel in a way that he could only do firsthand.

East Jerusalemites Concerned by Archaeological Digs

A newly commissioned survey finds gulfs between Israelis and East Jerusalemites in their views on archaeological excavations.

Legal Victory Brings More Equality to East Jerusalem

A ruling from a Jerusalem court calls for playgrounds in Palestinian neighborhoods of the city.

NIF Calls for Proposals for Shared Society Initiatives

New grants will fund innovative projects working to calm tensions and promote dialogue between Jews and Arabs.

Israel’s Jews and Arabs Must Overcome Mutual Fear

Meet Rawnak Natour, Co-Executive Director of NIF grantee Sikkuy, the Association for the Advancement of Civic Equality. Recently, we spoke to Rawnak about the current upsurge in violence in Israel.

Interview with Ir Amim Executive Director

Meet Yehudit Oppenheimer, an activist working to reduce tensions in Jerusalem and transform the city into a more equitable and shared space for all inhabitants.

The 37%: Art Exhibit Showcases Palestinian Jerusalemites

A new art exhibit showcasing the lives of East-Jerusalemites has drawn ire from one extremist organization.

Controversial National Park Plan in East Jerusalem Put on Hold

East Jerusalem residents have successfully stalled plans for a park that would prevent the future growth of two Arab neighborhoods.