Metrowest Israel Arab Committee Event: Developing the Negev ...

Developing the Negev for a shared social and economic future: leadership, social enterprise and Jewish-Bedouin relations With Itzik Zivan Social Entrepreneur and CEO of Zivtex, Ltd. Please join the Israel Arab Committee (IAC) for its opening event-an intimate discussion with Itzik Zivan on realities, initiatives, and visions for development of Israel's Negev desert. The Negev, Israel's most sparsely populated region, is home to approximately 650,000 people, including 215,000 Bedouin. As efforts rise to develop the region, many leaders seek development approaches that take into consideration the social diversity and economic needs of the region. Itzik Zivan is a successful Israeli business leader; social entrepreneur and impact investor who has been working with civil society organizations and Jewish and Bedouin leaders to advance projects in the Negev that strengthen its shared economic and social future. The IAC's mission is to educate the Jewish community of Greater MetroWest about issues related to Israeli Arab citizens and Jewish-Arab relations in Israel. We will review the IAC mission and goals for the coming year. Join us to hear his vision and why this successful business entrepreneur is committed to building a shared future in this region. Event Details: Wednesday, March 26th - 7:30pm JCC of Central New Jersey 1391 Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains Please RSVP to Heather Sorkin at [email protected] or 973-929-3031. If you have any questions about the IAC, please contact co-chairs Phyllis Bernstein, Jim Paul, or Carol Simon, or the IAC's professional staff-person, Heather Sorkin.