
A podcast about activists on the ground in Israel and Palestine working for justice, peace, and equality. Groundwork is hosted by Sally Abed and Noam Shuster and produced by Elisheva Goldberg, Nick Acosta, Yoshi Fields, Julie Subrin, and Dina Kraft. We are a joint production of New Israel Fund and the Alliance for Middle East Peace.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 28 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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This week, we sat down with Raghad Jaraisy, an activist working with Sikkuy-Aufoq, an organization dedicated to advancing equality and shared society between Jewish and Palestinian citizens of Israel.
Raghad shares her deeply personal experience of ... more
You know that feeling when you look around, and everything just feels too big? Like you just can’t make a difference? That’s the feeling the Tzedek Centers were created to fight. We talked to the co-founder and co-director of the Tzedek Centers, and ... more
Since Israel was established in 1948, Jerusalem’s diplomatic and international status has been controversial and unresolved. The city is often the center of discourse around the political future of the region. Yudith Oppenheimer, a Jerusalem resident... more
Not too long ago, we sat down with Yonatan Zeigen, the son of Vivian Silver, a woman who in both life and death was an iconic peace activist. She was murdered on October 7. In that conversation, Vivian’s son told us about a new award, the Vivian Silv... more
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Many of these ideas have been tried before and there is no analysis of why it continues to fail no matter the Palestinian leadership. Einat Wolf showed clearly how misguided these efforts are as long as the Palestinians continue to have hope that they can destroy Israel and ethnically cleanse all the non Islamic humans.
You get a hint right away in the trailer of what you're dealing with when the reporters say that they are reporting from "Israel-Palestine." Amazing how so many people just blithely go along with propaganda like this, simply because it's wrapped in a nice-sounding package. This pod is funded by the New Israel Fund, which isn't just "progressive," it raises money for actual anti-zionist causes. Just to be clear, "anti-zionist" = "no israel." That's from an organization that on the surface claims ... more
I just listened to an amazing interview with Sally Abed, who is a Palestinian citizen of Israel and part of the leadership of the grassroots organization of Palestinian and Jewish citizens of Israel working together for justice, equality, and social justice. I'm looking forward to listening to more episodes of Groundwork, where Sally is the host. Please listen and share this underheard point of view.
This beautifully researched and presented series is a must for everyone who cares about Israel / Palestine and the future of the people who live there. God bless you and the work of your hands and voices.
I’ve listened to a few episodes now, and I’m consistently impressed.
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Focusing on the voices of activists navigating the complex landscape of justice, peace, and equality in Israel and Palestine, this podcast showcases impactful discussions with individuals committed to social change. Each episode highlights personal narratives and experiences of guests who span various backgrounds and industries, from activism to education, addressing pressing issues related to civil rights, community organizing, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The conversational format is engaging, often blending personal stories with broader societal implications, making it a compelling resource for listeners interested in grassroots movements and social justice advocacy in this intricate geopolitical environment.
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Recent guests on Groundwork include:
1. Raghad Jaraisy
2. Lev Lippman
3. Maya Kleinman
4. Yudith Oppenheimer
5. May Pundak
6. Dr. Rula Hardal
7. Sapir Slutzker Amran
8. Einav Zangauker
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