Women Wage Peace

'Some French Jews will accept far-right antisemitism in parliament because they believe Le Pen will protect them'

Haaretz Weekly · 3 Jul

Israeli peace activists are rallying for an end to the Gaza conflict, while French Jews face a dilemma as the far-right National Rally party gains traction in elections, promising security but carrying a legacy of antisemitism.

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I’m a former IDF combat soldier. Treating the trauma of Israelis and Palestinians is the only way forward

Elazar Weiss in Forward · 26 Mar

Former IDF combat soldier Elazar Weiss reflects on his personal journey from believing in Israel's just cause to empathizing with Palestinians and recognizing the shared trauma between the two peoples.

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Championing Hope in a Time of War

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 25 Feb

Israeli peace activist Vivian Silver, dedicated to Arab-Jewish partnership and peace, was tragically killed by Hamas terrorists.

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Six Israeli/Palestinian Peace Projects Active Since October 7

Tyler Griff in Moment · 21 Feb

Since October 7, amidst the ongoing conflict, six Israeli/Palestinian peace projects have been actively promoting coexistence and reconciliation in the region.

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Police deny permit for antiwar rally in Tel Aviv

Eliyahu Freedman in Forward · 11 Jan

A planned anti-war protest in Tel Aviv organized by Israeli left-wing groups was canceled after the police denied the event a permit.

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The Jewish Artist Behind ‘War Is Not Healthy For Children and Other Living Things’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 11 Jan

Lorraine Schneider, a Jewish artist, created the artwork "Primer" in 1965 during the Vietnam War, featuring the sentence "war is not healthy for children and other living things" alongside a black and white sunflower.

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Seven Jewish Feminist Highlights of 2023

Helene Meyers in Lilith · 20 Dec 2023

Despite the challenges faced by Jews in 2023, Jewish feminists continued to make strides and advocate for gender equality.

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From Campus to Kibbutz: Vivian Silver’s legacy as a Jewish student leader

Gila Axelrod in New Voices · 22 Nov 2023

Vivian Silver, a renowned peace activist, was killed in a Hamas attack in October 2021 at Kibbutz Beeri.

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For Vivian Silver, whom we failed — remembering a lighthouse of a human being

ALanger in Forward · 16 Nov 2023

Vivian Silver, a remarkable and influential individual, was mourned at her funeral in Kibbutz Gezer.

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Vivian Silver, 74-year-old peace activist, grandmother, and friend, confirmed dead

Sam Lin-Sommer in Forward · 11 Oct 2023

Vivian Silver, a 74-year-old Canadian-Israeli peace activist, was confirmed dead after being killed during the October 7th attack by Hamas in Kibbutz Beeri.

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A peace activist, a soldier, a son: Stories of Americans missing or dead in Hamas invasion begin to emerge

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 8 Oct 2023

As Israel continues to identify the casualties and missing individuals following the Hamas invasion, stories are emerging of Americans involved in the attack.

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The "Women's Ways of Protest" Edition

Promised Podcast · 27 Oct 2016

In a discussion on the "Women's Ways of Protest" edition of the Tel Aviv Review, the hosts reflect on the director of B'Tselem urging the UN Security Council to take action against Israel to end the Occupation, the effectiveness of women's peace activism as seen in the Women Wage Peace organization's recent "March of Hope," and a study exploring why many Israelis unfriended others on Facebook during the 2014 Gaza War due to differing views being expressed authentically online.

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The "Pal of the Poll" Edition

Promised Podcast · 3 Dec 2014

Israel is gearing up for new elections following the 2013 elections, with concerns about the cost and focus on style over substance.

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