WHO ARE WE ? The International Department of Givat Haviva was originally founded in the mid-l980's. At that time the main focus was the development of the kibbutz movement and beginnings of change in the individual kibbutzim. During the l990's the winds of change on the political front in Israel brought about a demand to develop programmes dealing with background to the Middle East conflict, the different components of Israeli society and the need for in-depth study tours of the country, facilitating one- on-one meetings with both Arab and Jewish citizens of the State. These days groups attending the 1-3 day or more seminars come from many different countries and of extremely diverse backgrounds and interests – for example: Students in Israel through birthright.israel from USA, Canada and Britain as well as Spanish-speaking countries. Universities and colleges from North America and Europe. Journalists from electronic and print media. Politicians, academics, social workers and other professionals from all over the world. Jewish Youth movements, members of Jewish Community Centres and Federation of Synagogues.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER? Programs are offered in the following languages: English, German and Spanish. The programs are flexible, modular and can be customized to suit your specific needs based on lectures, workshops and guided tours. Subject material deals with: Explanations about Givat Havia's Educational projects and programs dealing with peace education and the fostering of coexistence between Jews and Arabs in Israel Relationships between Jewish and Arab citizens of the State of Israel Who are the Arab citizens of Israel – what they share in common with the Palestinians and where they are different Roots of the Jewish-Arab conflict and the present situation The Peace Process Tours of the Green Line (pre-l967 border with Jordan) and security fence in the area of Wadi Ara Encounters with Arab citizens of the State of Israel The Kibbutz – in concept and in practice, with successes and failures, which also includes a visit to a successful kibbutz still adhering to the 'old' ideals.

THE STAFF OF THE INTERNATIONAL DEPARTMENT, GIVAT HAVIVA

HILIT BEN-ZVI, Director of the International Department. Telephone: 04-6309382 Mobile: 052-4475448 Email: hilit_b@givathaviva.org.il URI BAR-EL Financial Officer Telephone: 04-6309285 Mobile: 050-7677929 Email: uri_b@givathaviva.org.il LYDIA AISENBERG Educator & study tour guide Telephone: 04-6309213 Mobile: 052-4475450 Email: aisen@mh.org.il

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