The most powerful weapon against hate
Two murders this week. Different cultures and different worlds. And yet the pain generated by both unites us all. The murders of African-American, George Floyd and Palestinian, Iyad el-Hallak, while thousands of miles away from each other, are the result of the same societal sickness: dehumanization. The bereaved members of the Parents Circle know this sickness … Continue reading The most powerful weapon against hate
The Forward: Israelis and Palestinians mourn our losses together on Yom Hazikaron
by Shiri Ourian Executive DirectorAmerican Friends of the Parents Circle Fighting dangerous pathogens that rip through societies is not new to joint Israeli-Palestinian organizations like the Parents Circle-Families Forum and Combatants for Peace. Fear, hatred, and dehumanization, like viruses, are invisible. They are often asymptomatic in many and lead to senseless fatalities in others. COVID-19 and fear, … Continue reading The Forward: Israelis and Palestinians mourn our losses together on Yom Hazikaron
Thoughts on COVID-19 and peacebuilding
by Robi Damelin Bereaved Israeli mother Parents Circle – Families Forum Dear friends, Sitting here after three weeks of lockdown, I have had a chance to ruminate and feel so grateful for your support and friendship. Without you, the struggle we have at the Parents Circle – Families Forum towards reconciliation and non-violence would not have been possible. … Continue reading Thoughts on COVID-19 and peacebuilding
Israeli and Palestinian team “meet” amidst COVID-19
Dear friends, I hope you and your family are safe and healthy. Yesterday, we met with our Israeli and Palestinian staff via Zoom. All of our staff members and their families are safe and healthy. Both the Israeli and Palestinian offices have been closed, and remain closed until further notice. We were so glad to … Continue reading Israeli and Palestinian team “meet” amidst COVID-19
Steven Spielberg and Oprah are talking about us…
We knew the upcoming novel, Apeirogon, based on the stories of bereaved members, Rami Elhanan and Bassam Aramin, would be a big moment for the Parents Circle, but we didn’t realize it would be THIS big. Just this week, Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Partners acquired the rights to Apeirogon, written by National Book Award winner Colum McCann. Oprah Magazine called Apeirogon, a “profound prayer for … Continue reading Steven Spielberg and Oprah are talking about us…
“Apeirogon” by Colum McCann
A true story about a Palestinian father and Israeli father who join the Parents Circle to grieve their daughters and advocate for peace.
Shana Tova from American Friends of the Parents Circle – Families Forum!
We wish everyone celebrating a happy Rosh Hashana. May the coming year be more peaceful and full of light.
A moment before the Jewish new year, here’s what you need to know
We are just a few days away from Rosh Hashana — a time during which our many Jewish supporters will celebrate the new year. We hope for a year of more peace for all of us. We want to take a moment to share the Parents Circle’s new growth and activity. Women’s Group Solidarity Meeting … Continue reading A moment before the Jewish new year, here’s what you need to know
Changes in Palestinian Leadership
The Parents Circle – Families Forum bids a warm farewell to Mazen Faraj. Mazen was the Palestinian Co-Director for 7 years, and a staff member for 13 years. Mazen’s greatest accomplishments include helping to create a joint Israeli and Palestinian board. As well, he helped grow the organization’s scope of reconciliation activities. Mazen was crucial … Continue reading Changes in Palestinian Leadership
