Introducing the artists of Zahra Artist Residency! Next week four talented artists will join the Institute for a few days of immersive experience and creative process. This project of our Communications intern Rachel Ben David is designed to foster peace-building and environmental awareness through collaborative artistic creation. During the program, participants will take part in lectures and workshops, and work together on a joint art project that explores the Institute’s core themes from an artistic perspective. (fb)

The Arava Institute continues to work with our partners on the ground to provide immediate relief to innocent civilians in Gaza. This week, Jumpstarting Hope in Gaza Project Manager Barak Talmor spoke in the Knesset about the importance of facilitating aid to Gaza together with local Palestinian partners in order to promote stability in the region. Contribute to our Don't Stand By campaign now to help us provide emergency solutions for displaced communities all across Gaza --> https://www.drove.com/campaign/67ffbe4881a398d0569d1cad This is a special campaign to raise funds in Israel, sponsored by the Peace Partnerships. Tax receipts will be issued for all Israeli donations. (fb)