Arab-Palestinians make up 21% of Israel’s population, and the events of October 7 and the Israel-Hamas War have uniquely impacted these communities, challenging the vision of a shared society. While Arab citizens have faced the same dangers as their Jewish counterparts, they have also encountered distinct forms of discrimination, with their loyalties questioned and basic rights denied by authorities and parts of the Israeli population. This two-part series delves into Arab-Palestinian experiences in wartime Israel from various perspectives—legal, social, political, and educational.

In this episode, education scholar Ayman Agbaria (University of Haifa) joins Masua Sagiv to discuss how the war has affected Arab communities in Israel. They explore the complex issues of citizenship, education, religion, and belonging, and consider what these mean for the future of a shared society. This episode was recorded in April 2024.

Featuring:

Ayman Agbaria, Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, Department of Leadership and Policy in Education, University of Haifa

Masua Sagiv, 2021–2024 Koret Visiting Assistant Professor of Jewish and Israel Studies, UC Berkeley; Scholar-in-Residence, Shalom Hartman Institute

About the Helen Diller Institute:

The Helen Diller Institute for Jewish Law and Israel Studies provides a rich academic forum for our nation’s future leaders to explore the breadth and complexity of Israel and contemporary Jewish issues. At a time when polarization is more severe than ever, we bring integrity, excellence, and grit to fostering dynamic spaces where students and the wider community can thoughtfully exchange ideas. To learn more about our mission and work, please visit hdi.berkeley.edu.

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