Mar ' 21
The United States and Israel have a common opportunity and challenge to advance women into legislative leadership positions today. The U.S. has fallen behind most established democracies with respect to women’s representation in politics. Women remain underrepresented at the federal, state, and local levels. The current uptick in women running for office, while encouraging, is unlikely to close this gender gap. There are currently 2,162 women who serve in the 50 state legislatures making up 29.3% of all state legislators nationwide.Despite Israel's excellent educational opportunities for women, strong legislation and history of women politicians, like their American counterparts Israeli women are also underrepresented in this arena as well. Of course, women’s opportunities and experiences in politics are influenced by factors other than gender. Join us for a discussion with AIFL's partner organization, the National Conference of State Legislatures, with representatives from its Women's Legislative Network, in conversation with two former Members of the Knesset. The discussion will explore: The impact of female legislators on the legislative process Their connections and constituentsPolitical ambition and plans for the futureAmbitions for leadership and higher office Streamed live from Israel and the United States, the program will feature: FMK Dr. Aliza Lavie Senator Sara Feigenholtz FMK Michal Rozin Senator Mary Kiffmeyer Guest Moderator: Elsa A. Ben ShimonPartner, Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLPBoard Member, AIFL Cassia Romano-AnthonyDirector of ProgramsAmerica-Israel Friendship League Please share with your friends and family and register on Zoom or watch live on AIFL's Facebook page.
Over the past decade, a group of artists from east and west Jerusalem have reimagined the city as not merely a center of conflict, but rather a canvas of creativity for multiple generations. Mekudeshet, an awards winning arts organization, started its activities with a public festival of the arts providing street venues, in unique settings in Jerusalem, to celebrate the richness of its diversity. Over time, this festival has emerged as a meeting place for artists, art enthusiasts and lovers of Jerusalem from every quarter. This webinar will share some of the original artistic contributions and connections that have been forged as a result of this creative energy and effort. Panelists will include a Co-Founder of Mekudeshet in dialogue with their Director for East Jerusalem and Palestinian Community Relations as well as the lead singer of an indie rock band, born and bred in the Armenian Quarter. The panel will discuss their guiding principles, which include: We love Jerusalem.We understand everything in the city is complicated.We are convinced that art can trailblaze new paths and create points of connection between ideas and communities that are theoretically disconnected.We believe that art can open hearts and bring about positive change in the city that is sacred to us all. Streamed from the United States and Israel, the program will feature: Karen BrunwasserCo-Founder and CSOMekudeshet Apo SahagianMusicianApo and the Apostles Riman BarakatDirector East Jerusalem & Palestinian Community RelationsMekudeshet Host: Wayne FirestoneExecutive DirectorAmerica-Israel Friendship League Please share with your friends and family and register on Zoom or watch live on AIFL's Facebook page.
Join us for a virtual tour of Ashdod and Ashkelon, in the twelfth of our monthly Virtual Israel Travel series with Reuven Solomon, Master Tour Guide. Reuven will share photos, maps and stories as he guides us virtually and explores some of the sites in this region and their historical and modern-day significance. Ashdod is the sixth largest city in Israel and home of Israel’s largest port. Ashkelon is a neighboring coastal city with an ancient seaport dating back to the Neolithic age. Reuven will guide us through this Southern District of Israel right on the Mediterranean coast as we learn more about: • The Ad Halom Bridge • Israel’s largest harbor • The world’s oldest arch • The Philistines in Ashkelon • Post-mortem travels of Imam Hussein Ibn Ali Please note the special time of this webinar is Noon ET/6:00pm Israel Streamed live, the program will feature:Reuven SolomonMaster Tour Guide Wayne FirestoneExecutive DirectorAmerica-Israel Friendship League Please share with your friends and family and register on Zoom or watch live on AIFL's Facebook page.
Stay tuned for more details coming here soon.
Please join us for our local virtual parlor meeting, in which we discuss our organization, mission and activities. This week, due to Covid-19 restrictions, we will be meeting virtually in Los Angeles, CA and hosted by Rick Moskowitz. By Invitation only. For more information please contact Naomi Reinharz at Naomi.Reinharz@aifl.org or (516) 200-2667.
Please join us for our local virtual parlor meeting, in which we discuss our organization, mission and activities. This week, due to Covid-19 restrictions, we will be meeting virtually in Chicago, IL and hosted by Amy Olswang. By Invitation only. For more information please contact Naomi Reinharz at Naomi.Reinharz@aifl.org or (516) 200-2667.
Please join us for our local virtual parlor meeting, in which we discuss our organization, mission and activities. This week, due to Covid-19 restrictions, we will be meeting virtually in Long Island, NY and hosted by Barbara Meltzer and Judy Hershon. By Invitation only. For more information please contact Naomi Reinharz at Naomi.Reinharz@aifl.org or (516) 200-2667.
03/07 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
03/10 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
03/14 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
03/17 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
03/21 8:00 pm-9:00 pm
03/23 10:30 am-11:30 am
03/24 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
03/24 7:30 pm-8:30 pm
