This Tuesday, Israel on Campus will be celebrating the diversity of Israel with our first social program of the year, Bedouin Night. Many people would be surprised by the amount of diversity that exists among Israeli citizens, which includes Jews, Christians, Muslims, Arabs, Druze, Armenians, Africans, and last, but certainly not least, Bedouins. The Bedouin people are historically a pastoral, nomadic tribe living in the Negev, the southern desert of Israel. They participate in all aspects of Israeli life, including voluntary service in the army and government positions. Taleb al-Sana, an Israeli-Arab of Bedouin origin, is the longest serving Arab member of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament. Ishmael Khaldi is another prominent Israeli Bedouin. He has served for the Israeli Defense Force, the Israeli Defense Ministry and the Israeli Police Force. He has a Masters Degree in Political Science from Tel Aviv University and is currently serving as the Deputy Consul General of Israel in San Francisco. al-Sana and Khaldi are not only amazing examples of the many open opportunities available for all Israeli citizens, but of two strong citizens who are proud of their heritage and of Israel.
Can’t wait to see everyone at the Commons Breezeway this Tuesday at 7:45 PM!
Check out our calendar for more information on Bedouin night!
Sources:
http://www.jweekly.com/article/full/29673/from-shepherd-to-diplomat/
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