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With heavy hearts, the Board of Directors and staff of The Jerusalem Fund for Education and Community Development, along with the Palestine Center, mourn the loss of Sobhi Ghandour. His impactful journey as a journalist was marked by a steadfast commitment to shedding light on Arab issues and fostering a nuanced understanding of the Arab … Read more
In response to the ongoing events in the Gaza Strip, The Jerusalem Fund and its educational program, the Palestine Center, have launched a webinar series entitled “Dispatches from Gaza.” The primary objective of this series is to provide a platform for experts, scholars, and analysts to share their insights and analyses regarding the dire situation … Read more
An unprecedented and devastating tragedy is unfolding in the Gaza Strip. Ongoing bombardments have wiped out entire neighborhoods, claiming over 24,000 lives and injuring tens of thousands. The onslaught is ongoing. Israel’s genocide has displaced more than 1.9 million Palestinians, marking the largest mass exodus of Palestinians since 1948. Gaza, a symbol of hope and resilience, confronts unimaginably heartbreaking challenges. … Read more
Washington, DC – September 27, 2023: Civil society organizations representing tens of thousands of Palestinian Americans, Arab Americans, Muslim Americans, and allied communities are expressing deep concern and outrage regarding the United States’ decision to admit Israel into the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) despite Israel not fully meeting the requirements outlined by the law. Israel’s … Read more
UPDATE: The event, “Book Talk with Rev. Donald Wagner, author of ‘Glory to God in the Lowest: Journeys to an Unholy Land,’” has been postponed for the time being. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Rest assured, we are committed to bringing you engaging book talks, and we will resume our series soon. … Read more
A Life Between Scholarship and Resistance: Reflections on Edward Said’s Enduring Legacy – A Conversation with Prof. Wadie E. Said UPDATE: The Edward Said Memorial Lecture will continue as scheduled, via Zoom only. Twenty years since his passing, we still ask ourselves how Edward Said would lead the conversation on the latest challenges facing the … Read more
Notice: Due to recent developments and current circumstances, and a desire to reach as wide an audience as possible, we are holding the Annual Conference entirely virtually, over Zoom. The Jerusalem Fund and Palestine Center warmly invite you to our 2023 Annual Conference titled, “One Palestine: The Struggle Against Apartheid,” in honor of the resplendent … Read more
The Biden administration seems committed to brokering a normalization agreement between Saudi Arabia and Israel as a principal foreign policy achievement. These attempts, shrouded in secrecy and fueled by speculation, intensify as the 2024 presidential elections draw near. However, concerns arise as some view these efforts as sidelining Palestinian interests. This U.S.-backed push is deeply … Read more
The Jerusalem Fund warmly invites you to “Facing Palestine’s Silent Killer: The Fight Against Diabetes,” a virtual educational and fundraising event highlighting the pivotal work of the Palestine Diabetes Institute (PDI). Founded in 2009, the PDI diligently serves Palestinian communities across three major cities, Nablus, Hebron, and Al-Bireh, leading the charge against the escalating diabetes … Read more
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