Palestinian and Jewish women in conversation about peace

Six Palestinian women and six Jewish women are members of a self-formed group of twelve women calling themselves “Zeitouna,” the Arab word for "olive tree." Some of the women are American-born, others are immigrants; one is a Holocaust survivor, another is a survivor of the Nakbah’s terror; their ages span 40 years. These women have come together to share a story of purposeful sisterhood, and how the learning and practice of dialogue can be a catalyst for personal transformation and the basis of peace.

The documentary that captures this remarkable journey of discovery will be screened and then followed by a panel presentation of members of Zeitouna. The panelists will discuss their personal journeys, and provide concrete tools to support those interested in becoming active and effective peacemakers through dialogue. Light refreshments will be provided.

Film Screening begins at 4:00pm, followed by a Panel Presentation at 5:00pm.

This event is co-sponsored by the Minerva Project and the U-M Center for the Education.

Register here: http://www.cew.umich.edu/progevents/refusing-be-enemies-zeitouna-story-film-screening-and-panel-discussion/20141215