The Israel Association of Community Centers: A Tale for Every Trail

Works with groups of Israeli Arabs and Jews that are involved in dialogue processes, looking to enrich and deepen the group’s dialogue and to encourage them to move towards joint action. The program is staffed by Arab and Jewish individuals. Participants hike a trail in natural surroundings along which there are several sites that are meaningful to both Arabs and Jews in Israel. While participating, group members share their particular narrative with respect to these sites. Following the hike, participants engage in open dialogue co-facilitated by both Israeli Arabs and Jewish staff, discussing subjects prompted by their hike.

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