Democracy in Danger, with Roger Cohen and Naomi Chazan
Release Date: 11/15/2020
Negotiating Peace: How to Salvage a Two-State Solution
NIF Australia Podcast
At an extraordinarily challenging moment for Israelis and Palestinians, as well as the community here at home, New Israel Fund Australia brought to Australia two incredible visionaries, working collaboratively to materialise much needed change. At public events in Melbourne and Sydney, Dr Gershon Baskin, veteran peace activist, negotiator of Gilad Shalit's return and researcher of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict and peace process, and Samer Sinijlawi, Head of International, Israeli and Diplomatic relations (Fatah Shadow Leadership) and Chairman of the Jerusalem Development Fund, presented...
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Envisioning Peace: An Evening with Standing Together
NIF Australia Podcast
The New Israel Fund brought to Australia elected leaders of the largest Arab-Jewish grassroots movement in Israel - Standing Together! Dr. Shahd Bishara and Nadav Shofet presented their bold vision, at public events in Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, of an end to the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories, an end to the endless cycle of violence, and a future of peace, security and equality for all in the region. This is a recording from the Melbourne event on Thursday 14 November, 2024
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Israel Briefing: What You Need to Know Right Now
NIF Australia Podcast
In the context of the ongoing Gaza war and recent volatilities with Iran, NIF Australia invited leading voices from the NIF Israel office, Shira Ben Sasson Furstenberg, NIF Israel Associate Director, and Sana Ibn Bari, NIF Israel Grants Manager for Negev and Gender programs, to unpack the current reality on the ground and share how it’s shaping NIF’s work fighting for democracy, equality, and justice for all in the land. Hosted by new NIF Australia Executive Director Kate Rosenberg, this was an opportunity to hear directly from those closest to the wound—and learn how supporters abroad...
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One State, Two States or a Land for All?
NIF Australia Podcast
What is the rationale behind each of the dominant solutions to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, who supports and opposes each, and which is most popular today? Writer, educator and journalist in Jerusalem, Ittay Flescher, explores alternatives for the State of Israel at one of the toughest moments in the country’s history.
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War on a third front: A recorded conversation with Dr. Dahlia Scheindlin and Michael Chaitow
NIF Australia Podcast
As the prospect of war on a third front between Israel and Hezbollah draws closer, NIF Australia executive director Michael Chaitow interviews veteran pollster and political analyst Dr. Dahlia Scheindlin about what this might mean for peace, security and the prospects of a hostage and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.
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Paving the Path Forward: An Evening with Avi Dabush | Sydney
NIF Australia Podcast
Recorded live in Sydney 2 April 2024 and moderated by Rabbi Jacqueline Ninio at Emanuel Synagogue. Avi Dabush was in his home in Kibbutz Nirim on October 7th when Hamas terrorists attacked his home. Since then, he has continued his work, tirelessly fighting for peace, justice and equality for all in Israel-Palestine. An inspirational activist and leader, Avi is the Executive Director of Rabbis for Human Rights and has worked for a variety of civil society organisations, including NIF Israel’s action-arm, Shatil. NIF is thrilled to host Avi, to help us make sense of the path forward,...
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Making Hope with Maoz Inon and Hamze Awawde
NIF Australia Podcast
Our conversation with peace activists Maoz Inon and Hamze Awawde as we continue to reel from the events of October 7 and the subsequent violence since. Maoz lost his parents in the horrific attacks of October 7 and has since become a leading voice for peace in international media. Hamze is a Palestinian peace activist and conflict resolution expert, committed to leading programs that bring Jewish Israelis and Palestinians together. In these times of crisis the commitment to peace, justice and equality is essential in fostering a better future for Israelis and Palestinians. We are...
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Social Cohesion Amidst Rising Tension: A Conversation with Josh Burns MP and Allegra Spender MP
NIF Australia Podcast
Over the past few weeks, it has become clear that there is a need to address the rising tensions in Australian society. NIF is proud to bring you an important conversation that promises to provide a nuanced understanding of our current reality, and the need to strengthen social cohesion during these difficult times. Join us for an engaging discussion with Josh Burns MP and Allegra Spender MP, hosted by Geraldine Doogue. Both Josh and Allegra provide an important lens into the local context of the past couple months in the wake of Hamas’ horrific attack on Israel and the...
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Conversation with Dr Yeela Raanan, Regional Council of Unrecognised Villages
NIF Australia Podcast
Our conversation with Dr Yeela Raanan of the Regional Council of Unrecognised Villages (RCUV). Donate to and learn about RCUV's work, particularly at this crucial moment, here: https://www.nif.org.au/donate
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Conversation with Dr Yasmeen Abu-Fraiha (For the Jewish International Film Festival 2023)
NIF Australia Podcast
Our conversation with Dr Yasmeen Abu-Fraiha for the Jewish International Film Festival 2023, recorded November 12 2023. Yasmeen is a young doctor, specialising in internal medicine, who is currently acting as the Executive Director of Rodaina, an NGO she founded that aims to prevent genetic diseases in the Middle East, especially in the Bedouin community. She also serves on the Board of Directors of Project Wadi Attir, Yanabia, Tamar Center, and AJEEC-NISPED, all are social projects and NGOs aiming to improve Bedouin lives in Israel, as well as the board of NIF in Israel. She has won...
info_outlineDemocracy and pluralism are under attack around the world. Join New York Times columnist Roger Cohen and academic and former deputy Knesset speaker Naomi Chazan to delve further into this troubling trend in the United States, Israel and all around the world.
Joining us a week after the US elections, they’ll discuss the result and its long lasting impact on a divided American society, as well as the ongoing uncertainty in Israel’s political system, and the broader threats facing democracies worldwide, particularly during the Covid pandemic.