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

• Address Jewish young professionals at Kesher Israel

• Address Georgetown University students

• Address Jewish teens at Adas Israel Synagogue

• Address Jewish teens at Congregation Har Shalom

• Address young professionals at St. Mattew’s Church

• Address Bethesda/Chevy Chase High School students

• Address Landon High School students

• Interview with Moment Magazine

• Address American University students and faculty

• Address Israel Policy Atid Forum

• Address CES Jewish Day School students

• Address Montgomery Blair High School students

• Address The George Washington University Elliot School of International Affairs