Recommendations from the IATF Speakers Fellows

The IATF Speakers Fellowship connects the next generation of changemakers in Arab society in Israel with American Jewish communities. In response to requests from IATF’s partners, members of the inaugural cohort of 7 Fellows recommended resources for American Jewish educators and learners to access the perspectives of Arab/Palestinian citizens of Israel. You can learn more about the Fellowship here.

While some date back to the period surrounding the 1948 War and its aftermath (often called the War of Independence by Jews and the Nakba, or catastrophe by Arabs), most sources focus on the complex realities and identities of Arab/Palestinian citizens today. This list prioritizes sources that are in English, easily accessible online, and do not require extensive knowledge to understand. It does not include academic books or articles.

As an educational organization, IATF does not endorse any of the opinions reflected in these resources. Rather, we provide them to offer a window into the discourse and experiences of Arab/Palestinian citizens through cultural expression. Some of the narratives, perspectives, and experiences in these sources may be challenging, uncomfortable or even contradict other information you have encountered. We encourage you to grapple with the complexities raised by these sources, ask questions, and contend with how they relate to your broader experiences and education about Israel. Note that this resource was designed for people high-school-aged or older. We encourage educators to create frameworks, offer contexts, and a container for discussion when utilizing the sources listed below with learners.