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Abraham Fund http://mpdn.org/abraham.htm The Abraham Fund is a not-for-profit, 501-C3, fundraising and educational organization dedicated to enhancing coexistence between Israel's Jewish and Arab citizens. We support grassroots coexistence projects that bring Jews and Arabs together to learn about one another and break down destructive stereotypes. In the last six years alone, The Abraham Fund has granted more than $6 million to 450 different projects across Israel in education, social services, economic development, and the arts, thus touching the lives of hundreds of thousands of Israelis. Americans for Peace Now (APN) http://www.peacenow.org/ APN is the leading United States advocate for peace in the Middle East. APN's mission is to help Israel and the Shalom Achshav movement to achieve a comprehensive political settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict consistent with Israel's long-term security needs and its Jewish and democratic values. B'tselem-An Israeli Human Rights Organization http://www.btselem.org/ B'tselem-The Israeli Center for Human Rights in the Occupied Territories was established in 1989 by a group of prominent academics, attorneys, journalists, and Knesset members. B'Tselem acts primarily to change Israeli policy in the Occupied Territories and ensure that its government, which rules the Occupied Territories, protects the human rights of residents there and complies with its obligations under international law. Bitterlemons.org http://www.bitterlemons.org/ A website that presents Israeli and Palestinian viewpoints on prominent issues of concern. It focuses on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and peace process, but other, related regional issues are also discussed. Brit Tzedek v'Shalom: Jewish Alliance for Justice and Peace http://www.btvshalom.org/ Brit Tzedek v'Shalom, the Jewish Alliance for Justice and Peace, is a national organization of American Jews deeply committed to Israel's well-being through the achievement of a negotiated settlement to the long-standing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Brit Tzedek is guided by the mitzvah, or obligation, to pursue peace and justice that is rooted in both secular and religious Jewish traditions. The group believes that the vast majority of Israelis and Palestinians long for an enduring peace and that security for Israel can only be achieved through the establishment of an economically and politically viable Palestinian state, necessitating an end to Israel's occupation of land acquired during the 1967 war. Brit Tzedek provides a platform for American Jews to articulate their belief that the on-going conflict threatens Israel's security, severely damages its economy, and erodes the values that underlie a democratic society. It believes that many American Jews share this perspective, but are reluctant to express themselves for fear they may bring harm to Israel and the Jewish people. Through education, advocacy, local chapter activities, and work with the media, Brit Tzedek seeks to generate greater dialogue within the American Jewish community in order to direct U.S. foreign policy toward the realization of a just peace. Center for Middle East Peace and Economic Cooperation http://www.centerpeace.org/ The Center for Middle East Peace and Economic Cooperation has sponsored numerous activities aimed at bringing policy makers and influential leaders in the private sector together to foster the atmosphere necessary for the promotion and protection of Middle East peace. As a result of these efforts, the Center has become an address for leaders seeking a dialogue among government officials and the private sector. Foundation for Middle East Peace http://www.fmep.org/ Dedicated to informing Americans about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and assisting in a peaceful solution that brings security for both peoples. See Maps section for peace proposals, and settlement reports section. Givat Haviva, The Jewish-Arab Center for Peace http://www.dialogate.org.il/peace/default.asp / The Jewish-Arab Center for Peace at Givat Haviva, is the leading organization in Israel working towards Jewish-Arab cooperation, co-existence, tolerance, pluralism and peace education. Givat Haviva is the winner of the UNESCO Peace Education Prize for the year 2001. Ha'aretz http://www.haaretzdaily.com/ Ha'aretz is Israel's leading daily newspaper. The paper has a left-of-center political orientation, prints regular analyses supporting peace-oriented policies, and is an indispensible resource for news and commentary on Israel and the Middle East. Prominent columnists include Ze'ev Schiff, Israel's leading military commentator, Danny Rubinstein, Palestinian Affairs Correspondent, Uzi Benziman, Akiva Eldar, and many others, including major guest contributors. Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs http://www.israel-mfa.gov.il/mfa/home.asp Especially notable are the sections on the peace process and a selection of reference documents. Also contains Facts About Israel and Chronology of Terrorist Attacks Israel-Palestine Center for Research and Information http://www.ipcri.org/index1.html IPCRI, founded in Jerusalem in 1988, is the only joint Israeli-Palestinian public policy think-tank in the world. It is devoted to developing practical solutions for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies-Tel Aviv University http://www.tau.ac.il/jcss/ The purpose of the Jaffee Center is, first, to conduct basic research that meets the highest academic standards on matters related to Israel's national security as well as Middle East regional and international security affairs. The Center also aims to contribute to the public debate and governmental deliberation of issues that are – or should be – at the top of Israel's national security agenda. The Center relates to the concept of strategy in its broadest meaning, namely the complex of processes involved in the identification, mobilization and application of resources in peace and war, in order to solidify and strengthen national and international security. Jerusalem Post http://www.jpost.com/ The Jerusalem Post is an Israeli daily paper published in English, and is available in full on the web. The paper has a right-wing political orientation, but also publishes op-eds by prominent left-wing Israeli political analysts, and is a major source of information about Israel and the Middle East. Jerusalem Report http://www.jrep.com The Jerusalem Report is Israel's leading news magazine. NY Times called it the "best publication from Israel in any language." Major source of news and commentary in support of peace-oriented policy. Web site contains only a selection of articles; subscription to the magazine is highly recommended. Labor Zionist Alliance http://www.laborzionist.org/ The Labor Zionist Alliance (LZA) envisions Israel as a Jewish democratic state, at peace with its neighbors, and committed to religious pluralism, and social and economic justice for all its citizens. LZA supports efforts to end the Middle East conflict with a negotiated peace with the Palestinians and the Arab states. We look forward to continuing our historic cooperation and identification with the activities and goals of the Labor movement of Israel and other progressive forces which share these goals. Meretz Party-Israel http://www.meretz.org.il/English/HomePage.htm Meretz is a democratic peace seeking Israeli political party, in which Arabs and Jews work together. Meretz is fully committed to human rights, equality, social justice, Israel's security, and to the values of humane Zionism. Meretz has consistently charted a course aimed at extricating Israel from the vicious circle of bloodshed and continued warfare with the Arab world, as well as from the economic and social inferiority wrought by the situation. Meretz believes that despite murderous terrorist attacks, the peace process can be brought to its rightful conclusion, thereby unleashing the tremendous creative energy of Israel's citizens to fashion an Israeli society that will be open and democratic. Meretz USA http://www.meretzusa.org/index.shtml Meretz USA: for Israeli Civil Rights and Peace is a tax-exempt educational organization that works to support full and genuine peace between the State of Israel and its neighbors in the Middle East, including the Palestinian people. The agency supports full civil and human rights for all who live in the State of Israel, as well as the West Bank, Gaza and the Golan Heights, regardless of in whose political authority they dwell. Meretz USA firmly believes in and supports those both within and beyond the borders of outside the State of Israel working for a fair and just society for all within Israel. MidEast Web for Coexistence http://www.mideastweb.org This website promotes peace education and coexistence, disseminates balanced information about the Middle East. The omnibus site covers news, history, source documents, timelines, maps, bibliography, statistics, culture and resources for dialog, as well as a wealth of links to organizations and news sources related to the Middle East and Middle East peace efforts. An excellent resource. Neve Shalom / Wahat al-Salam http://www.nswas.com/ A village in Israel established jointly by Jews and Palestinian Arabs of Israeli citizenship and engaged in educational work for peace, equality and understanding between the two peoples. New Israel Fund http://www.nif.org The New Israel Fund works to safeguard civil and human rights, promote Jewish-Arab coexistence, advance the status of women, foster tolerance and religious pluralism, bridge social and economic gaps, pursue environmental justice, and encourage government accountability. New York Times http://www.nytimes.com/ The New York Times is the leading newspaper in the US. Its news articles and analyses of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and Middle East poilcy are essential reading. The op-ed page prints regular contributions from leading figures in Israel, the US and the Arab world advocating peace-oriented policies. Columnist Tom Friedman and the Times' editorials support a pro-Israel, pro-peace perspective. Palestine-Israel Journal of Politics, Economics and Culture http://www.pij.org The Palestine-Israel Journal is an independent quarterly that aims to shed light on, and analyze freely and critically, the complex issues dividing Israelis and Palestinians. It will also devote space to relevant Middle East and international affairs. The Journal's purpose is to promote rapprochement and better understanding between the peoples; but it will strive to discuss all the issues without prejudice and without taboos. Recent issues are devoted to the Palestinian refugee problem and Israeli and Palestinian national identity. An indispensable source of information; subscription is highly recommended. Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research (PSR)-Ramallah http://www.pcpsr.org/ The Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research (PSR) is an independent nonprofit institution and think tank of policy analysis and academic research. PSR was founded with the goal of advancing scholarship and knowledge on immediate issues of concern to Palestinians in three areas: domestic politics and government, strategic analysis and foreign policy, and public opinion polls and survey research. The center engages in several activities. It conducts academic and policy analysis studies. It organizes socio-political surveys and public opinion polls on current Palestinian political and social attitudes. It sponsors study groups and task forces on issues of critical importance to the Palestinians. Finally, it organizes conferences, public lectures, and briefings on current public policy issues. Peace Now (Israel) English-Language Discussion Listserv http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PeaceNowDiscussion/ Only two English-language Peace Now-affiliated listservs exist in the world: one, based in Israel, moderated by Israeli Peace Now activists, the other, the Chicago Peace Now listserv in the US. Peace Now (Israel) Discussion is an interactive, moderated discussion group open to all who wish to seriously discuss the ongoing process of building peace between Israel and Palestine. The opinions expressed there are those of the presenters and not those of Peace Now. See the Shalom Achshav (Peace Now) link below for official policies of the organization. The People's Voice: The Nusseibeh-Ayalon Peace Plan http://www.mifkad.org.il/eng/default.asp The Peoples' Voice is a new, broad-based civil initiative whose founders recognise that a way exists to bridge the intolerable impasse between Israelis and Palestinians. Seeds of Peace http://www.seedsofpeace.org/ Seeds of Peace is a non-profit, non-political organization that helps teenagers from regions of conflict learn the skills of making peace. Set at our own camp in the woods of Maine, a safe and supportive environment is created where the youngsters can air their views and learn listening, communication and other conflict resolution techniques that allow them to develop empathy for one another. Seeds of Peace equips the next generation with the leadership capabilities required to end the violence. Seek Peace http://www.seekpeace.org/ Seeking Peace, Pursuing Justice is the Reform Movement's campaign to educate and mobilize North American Jewry to support peace efforts and social justice causes in Israel. Shalom Achshav (Peace Now) in Israel http://www.peacenow.org.il/site/en/homepage.asp?pi=25 Shalom Achshav [Peace Now], the largest grassroots movement in Israel's history, was founded in March 1978 by 348 reserve commanders, officers, and combat soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces. Peace Now believes that only a negotiated end to the conflict in the Middle East can bring true security to Israel and her people. Tami Steinmetz Center for Peace Research http://www.tau.ac.il/peace/index.html The Center promotes research and thinking on issues connected with peacemaking processes and conflict resolution. |
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