THE 21%: THE LIVES OF ARAB CITIZENS OF ISRAEL
Presented on Thursday, November 19, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
The Washington Forum on Israeli Arab Issues and the Edlavitch DCJCC present the 10th annual in-depth exploration of the daily lives and challenges of Arab citizens of Israel. Featuring a screening of Breaking Bread followed by a moderated conversation with director Beth Elise Hawk and Gazala Halabi.
The event included a screening of Breaking Bread, an inspiring documentary about Dr. Nof Atamna-Ismaeel—the first Muslim Arab to win Israel’s MasterChef—who is on a quest to make social change through food. On Thursday, November 19 at 1:00 PM, Soupergirl co-founder, Sara Polon moderated a discussion between Breaking Bread director Beth Elise Hawk and celebrity chef Gazala Halabi, who celebrates her Israeli Druze heritage through the cuisine at her lauded NYC restaurant.
Sponsored by the Greater Washington Forum on Israeli Arab Issues and the Edlavitch DCJCC.
Lead Support provided by The Naomi and Nehemiah Cohen Foundation and The Lois and Richard England Family Foundation.
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