I am writing to you with some rare positive news: we did not give up on peace education—and we won! Since the Israeli Ministry of Education removed the Parents Circle from high schools three years ago, we have gone through a lengthy appeals process in court. This week, the Israeli courts accepted the Parents Circle’s … Continue reading Peace Education Wins!
My First Time Meeting ‘The Other Side’
I visited Beit Jala yesterday as part of a meeting of the Parents Circle Women’s Group. About 30 Jewish and Palestinian women joined, all bereaved. This was my first time at such a meeting. Sitting next to me were women who were new to the group, like me, and others who had known each other … Continue reading My First Time Meeting ‘The Other Side’
Days of Solidarity
Last week, dozens of Israelis and Palestinian peacebuilders visited Mikhmas, a small village near Ramallah. Our presence was not merely a visit, but a message of solidarity and support for the local residents who face daily challenges in protecting their land, their homes, and their way of life. The village has been repeatedly targeted by … Continue reading Days of Solidarity
Parents Circle Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize
View press release We are honored to announce that the Parents Circle – Families Forum has been nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. This recognition belongs, first and foremost, to our members: bereaved Israeli and Palestinian families who, in the face of unimaginable loss, have chosen a path of reconciliation over revenge and shared … Continue reading Parents Circle Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize
Justice for Aisha
Yacoub Al-Rabi is a bereaved Palestinian husband, Parents Circle member, and staff. Today the settler who killed his wife Aisha was found guilty. He waited eight years for this verdict – eight years during which he did everything he could to promote peace and reconciliation, choosing not to walk the path of revenge. Standing beside … Continue reading Justice for Aisha
Young Ambassadors for Peace in Prague
The Parents Circle’s Young Ambassadors for Peace (YAP) program met in Prague for a week of teambuilding, learning, and leadership workshops. The program aims to develop young leaders capable of engaging constructively in conflict environments through deep dialogue, active listening, collective work, and trust-building, with a strong emphasis on personal human experience as a foundational … Continue reading Young Ambassadors for Peace in Prague
Update about the Peace Education Petition
This week, Parents Circle members arrived at the Jerusalem District Court for a hearing on our petition against the Israeli Ministry of Education. They were accompanied by teachers and principals, who delivered a statement in support of the Dialogue Meeting program, signed by 129 school principals. “The Ministry of Education admitted that 17–18-year-old students are … Continue reading Update about the Peace Education Petition
In Memory, In Grief, In Hope
October 7, 2025 marks two years of bloodshed and injustice. We invite you to take a moment to share your feelings, speaking from your heart. As an act of solidarity, please join us and our partner, American Friends of Combatants for Peace, by taking a moment today to share your vision of hope, memory, and … Continue reading In Memory, In Grief, In Hope
The 2025 Nuremberg International Human Rights Award Presented to the Parents Circle – Families Forum
On Sunday, September 21, 2025, the Parents Circle – Families Forum (PCFF) was presented with the prestigious Nuremberg International Human Rights Award at a special ceremony held in the city of Nuremberg, Germany. Receiving the award on behalf of PCFF were two bereaved mothers and members of the PCFF, Robi Damelin and Laila Alsheikh. Through … Continue reading The 2025 Nuremberg International Human Rights Award Presented to the Parents Circle – Families Forum
Bereaved Israelis and Palestinians take full page ad in Ha’aretz
On September 12, 2025, the bereaved members of the Parents Circle took out a full page ad in the Israeli newspaper, Ha’aretz. Over 220 Israeli and Palestinian members signed this clear and bold message (click the image to enlarge): In a time when anyone speaking about peace is seen as a ‘traitor’ or ‘enemy’, adding … Continue reading Bereaved Israelis and Palestinians take full page ad in Ha’aretz
