Debate for Peace Teen Delegation Visit to Washington, DC

Hosted by Heart of a Nation

How War Affects Identity and Aspirations:

Jewish and Palestinian Teens From Israel Compare Perspectives

October 7th and its aftermath left an indelible mark on the youth of Israel, both Jewish and Palestinian.

For two and a half months, Jewish and Palestinian teens from a number of Israeli communities were encouraged to write about their identities and feelings. Meeting weekly to share their work with one another and compose poetry together these young people forged a unique and unexpected bond.

Heart of a Nation had the privilege of hosting six of these remarkable students, four Jewish and two Palestinian, as well as their facilitators Steven Aiello and Amal Buqai.

Below are highlights of their remarkable visit to Washington, DC.

• Storytelling Workshop by Running Start

• Addressed young professionals at Kesher Israel

• Addressed Georgetown University students

• Addressed teens at Adas Israel Synagogue

• Addressed teens at Congregation Har Shalom

• Addressed young professionals at St. Mattew’s Church

• Addressed Bethesda/Chevy Chase High School students

• Addressed Landon High School students

• Interview with Moment Magazine

• Addressed American University students and faculty

• Addressed Israel Policy Atid Forum

• Addressed CES Jewish Day School students

• Addressed Montgomery Blair High School students

• Addressed The George Washington University students, faculty, and guests