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  Ameinu · [email protected]
April 1, 2022 at 7:32 PM

Good News on Planned al-Walaja Home Demolitions

Good News on Planned al-Walaja Home Demolitions Good News on Planned al-Walaja Home DemolitionsDear John, Over the past couple of weeks, we have been reporting on the threat of home demolition facing 38 families in the village of al-Walaja on the outskirts of Jerusale…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
March 24, 2022 at 3:14 PM

Al-Walaja deserves a zoning plan, not home demolitions

Al-Walaja deserves a zoning plan, not home demolitions Al-Walaja deserves a zoning plan, not home demolitionsBy Kenneth Bob, President, AmeinuThis article first appeared in the Times of IsraelStanding upon a rooftop on blustery cold Jerusalem day, my hosts Ibrahim and…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
March 16, 2022 at 4:04 PM

Call to Action – Help Stop House Demolitions in Al-Walaja

Call to Action – Help Stop House Demolitions in Al-Walaja Call to Action – Help Stop House Demolitions in Al-WalajaDear John,Ameinu is calling on you today to help preserve the future of a secure, democratic Israel alongside a viable, independent Palestinian state. Ov…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
February 15, 2022 at 5:46 PM

NEW Israel Program - "Kibbutz Volunteer & Hebrew Ulpan" in Kibbutz Ketura!

NEW Israel Program - "Kibbutz Volunteer & Hebrew Ulpan" in Kibbutz Ketura! Ameinu and Kibbutz Program Center NY are thrilled to announce a new Israel Kibbutz program starting May 2022:Kibbutz Volunteering & Hebrew Ulpan in Kibbutz Ketura Kibbutz Volunte…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
February 14, 2022 at 2:48 PM

Israel-Palestine Environmental Peace-Building Webinar

Israel-Palestine Environmental Peace-Building Webinar ENVIRONMENTAL PEACE BUILDING IN ISRAEL-PALESTINE AND BEYONDClimate change is hitting the Middle East with soaring temperatures expected to put significant strain on already scarce water and agricultural resources. This in …
  Ameinu · [email protected]
February 9, 2022 at 2:50 PM

NEW Israel Program - "Kibbutz Volunteer & Hebrew Ulpan" in Kibbutz Ketura!

NEW Israel Program - "Kibbutz Volunteer & Hebrew Ulpan" in Kibbutz Ketura! Ameinu and Kibbutz Program Center NY are thrilled to announce a new Israel Kibbutz program starting May 2022:Kibbutz Volunteering & Hebrew Ulpan in Kibbutz Ketura Kibbutz Volunte…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
February 8, 2022 at 3:23 PM

Israel-Palestine Environmental Peace-Building Webinar

Israel-Palestine Environmental Peace-Building Webinar ENVIRONMENTAL PEACE BUILDING IN ISRAEL-PALESTINE AND BEYONDClimate change is hitting the Middle East with soaring temperatures expected to put significant strain on already scarce water and agricultural resources. This in …
  Ameinu · [email protected]
February 3, 2022 at 8:07 PM

Ameinu Responds to Amnesty's Report on Israel

Ameinu Responds to Amnesty's Report on Israel Ameinu Responds to Amnesty's Report on IsraelAmnesty International released a report entitled, "Israel’s Apartheid against Palestinians: Cruel System of Domination and Crime against Humanity." This report has received glob…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
January 19, 2022 at 8:55 PM

Ameinu Condemns House Demolition in Sheikh Jarrah

Ameinu Condemns House Demolition in Sheikh Jarrah Ameinu Condemns House Demolition in Sheikh JarrahAmeinu condemns the violent pre-dawn eviction of the Salihya family and the demolition of their home in Jerusalem's Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood. The Saliyahs are among 30…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
January 19, 2022 at 4:53 PM

Invite: Ameinu and Habonim Dror International Holocaust Remembrance Day Event - For Three Lines in History: Labor Zionism and the Krakow Jewish Uprising

Invite: Ameinu and Habonim Dror International Holocaust Remembrance Day Event - For Three Lines in History: Labor Zionism and the Krakow Jewish Uprising Dear John,This International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Ameinu and Habonim Dror invite you to look back at our history as …
  Ameinu · [email protected]
January 11, 2022 at 8:12 PM

Ameinu Welcomes Postponement of Dangerous Settlement Expansion

Ameinu Welcomes Postponement of Dangerous Settlement Expansion Ameinu joins our Progressive Israel Network Colleagues in Welcoming Indefinite Postponement of Construction in E-1 Area Responding to news that plans to advance settlement housing units in the E-1 corridor linking…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
January 9, 2022 at 4:00 PM

Invite: Ameinu's International Holocaust Remembrance Day Event - For Three Lines in History: Labor Zionism and the Krakow Jewish Uprising

Invite: Ameinu's International Holocaust Remembrance Day Event - For Three Lines in History: Labor Zionism and the Krakow Jewish Uprising Dear John,This International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Ameinu invites you to look back at our history as Labor Zionists, and remember th…
  Nomi Colton-Max · [email protected]
December 29, 2021 at 6:18 PM

And the Right Wing is Attacking us Again

And the Right Wing is Attacking us Again Dear John,In what has become a regular feature of their advocacy work, the Zionist Organization of America (ZOA) has come at us once again.Last week, the Va’ad Hapoel of the World Zionist Organization (WZO) was slated for a virtual mee…
  Kenneth Bob and Nomi Colton-Max · [email protected]
December 22, 2021 at 7:00 PM

Help Ameinu Engage the American Left

Help Ameinu Engage the American Left Dear John,The American Jewish community is rightfully concerned about attempts to boycott Israel and other expressions of anti-Zionist sentiment. We at Ameinu have learned that the best way to engage with the left on these issues is to do …
  Ameinu · [email protected]
December 15, 2021 at 7:30 PM

Reminder - TONIGHT - Invite: From Sheikh Jarrah to New York City: Stories from Kids4Peace Jerusalem

Reminder - TONIGHT - Invite: From Sheikh Jarrah to New York City: Stories from Kids4Peace Jerusalem From Sheikh Jarrah to New York City: Stories from Kids4Peace Jerusalem Ameinu is proud to co-sponsor this Kids4Peace event! Join Suma Qawasmi and Ittay Flescher to hear …
  Kenneth Bob and Nomi Colton-Max · [email protected]
December 15, 2021 at 2:54 PM

A Nuanced Progressive Zionist Voice? YES!

A Nuanced Progressive Zionist Voice? YES! Dear John,There is certainly no disputing that 2021 has been another challenging year. Just as we thought we were coming out of the pandemic, the Delta variant hit and everyone had to regroup. Despite these challenges, Ameinu continue…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
December 7, 2021 at 7:39 PM

Invite: From Sheikh Jarrah to New York City: Stories from Kids4Peace Jerusalem

Invite: From Sheikh Jarrah to New York City: Stories from Kids4Peace Jerusalem From Sheikh Jarrah to New York City: Stories from Kids4Peace Jerusalem Ameinu is proud to co-sponsor this Kids4Peace event! Join Suma Qawasmi and Ittay Flescher to hear their stories about t…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
December 6, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Confirm the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Now

Confirm the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Now Advocacy Program:Support Filling the Special Envoy To Monitor AndCombat Antisemitism PositionAntisemitism and hate are on the rise at home and around the world. Yet, the U.S. Senate has stalled confirming the no…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
November 29, 2021 at 10:09 PM

Happy Chanukah from Ameinu!

Happy Chanukah from Ameinu! Dear John, On behalf of Ameinu's staff, leadership and board of directors, we would like to wish you and your family a Chag Chanukah Sameach! We hope you will have a wonderful holiday season, full of light, warmth, latkes and sufganiyot! We…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
November 17, 2021 at 4:20 PM

300 Israeli Security Experts Support Reopening of Jerusalem Consulate

300 Israeli Security Experts Support Reopening of Jerusalem Consulate 300 Israeli Security Experts Support Reopening of Jerusalem ConsulateAmeinu feels strongly that the U.S must reengage with the Palestinians and reverse steps taken by the previous U.S. administration that a…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
November 12, 2021 at 3:41 PM

Invite - Special Event Commemorating the 26th Yitzhak Rabin Memorial Day

Invite - Special Event Commemorating the 26th Yitzhak Rabin Memorial Day We invite you to a special event commemorating the 26th Yitzhak Rabin Memorial DayYouth Event (in-person): Sunday, November 14th, 2:00-4:15 pm ETAdult Event (online) :  Sunday, November 14th, 3:0…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
November 8, 2021 at 8:54 PM

Ameinu Welcomes Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill

Ameinu Welcomes Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Ameinu's Statement on Infrastructure BillAmeinu welcomes the passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This $1.2 trillion bill represents a long-overdue and much-needed upgrade to our country's infrastruct…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
November 4, 2021 at 2:26 PM

Invite - Special Event Commemorating the 26th Yitzhak Rabin Memorial Day

Invite - Special Event Commemorating the 26th Yitzhak Rabin Memorial Day We invite you to a special event commemorating the 26th Yitzhak Rabin Memorial DayYouth Event (in-person): Sunday, November 14th, 2:00-4:15 pm ETAdult Event (online) :  Sunday, November 14th, 3:0…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
October 29, 2021 at 6:34 PM

Other Israel Film Festival - Next Week!

Other Israel Film Festival - Next Week! Dear John,Other Israel Film Festival 2021 is running from November 4-11! Don’t miss in-depth films that explore human stories and social issues within Israeli and Palestinian societies.The Other Israel Film Festival, founded in 2007, pr…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
October 27, 2021 at 4:41 PM

Ameinu to Gantz; Show Your Proof

Ameinu to Gantz; Show Your Proof Ameinu to Gantz; Show Your ProofAmeinu is extremely distressed by the recent classification by Israel's government of six Palestinian human rights groups as "terrorist organizations." This move essentially shuts down these organization…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
October 27, 2021 at 1:08 PM

Ameinu Remembers the Victims of the Tree of Life Massacre

Ameinu Remembers the Victims of the Tree of Life Massacre  Ameinu Remembers the Victims of the Tree of Life Antisemitic Terror AttackToday marks the third anniversary of the murderous rampage at the Tree of Life - Or L’Simcha Building in Pittsburgh, PA. "Today and eve…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
October 8, 2021 at 1:17 PM

Invitation: Arabic as a Cultural Bridge

Invitation: Arabic as a Cultural Bridge Dear John,Have you always wanted to learn Arabic but never knew where to start? The Abraham Initiatives, along with Ameinu, Habonim Dror North America, Habonim Dror Camping Association, Partners for Progressive Israel and Hashom…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
September 24, 2021 at 1:44 PM

Ameinu Endorses Congressional Two State Solution Act

Ameinu Endorses Congressional Two State Solution Act  Ameinu Endorses Congressional Two State Solution ActAmeinu proudly endorses TheTwo State Solution Act introduced in the US House of Representatives by Michigan Congressman Andy Levin. The Act, which was co-sponsore…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
September 3, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Shana Tova from Ameinu!

Shana Tova from Ameinu! From all of us here at Ameinu, we would like to wish you and your family a happy new year, Shanah Tova and happy holidays! May next year bring health, security, stability and peace here in the US, in Israel and around the world. We are grateful…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
July 26, 2021 at 2:26 PM

Progressive Israel Groups to U.S. State Governors: No Legal Action Against Ben & Jerry’s

Progressive Israel Groups to U.S. State Governors: No Legal Action Against Ben & Jerry’s Ameinu joined with six other pro-Israel organizations in writing a letter to over 30 U.S. state governors calling on them not to take legal action against Ben & Jerry’s in respons…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
July 20, 2021 at 3:32 PM

Ameinu Update: AZM, New Website, KPC Reopens and Project Rozana

Ameinu Update: AZM, New Website, KPC Reopens and Project Rozana Dear John, We wanted to reach out with a short update about our latest activities, starting with the great news that our Vice President Nomi Colton-Max was recently elected as the Vice President of Programming of…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
June 28, 2021 at 2:18 PM

Raising the Progressive Zionist Voice in the Jewish Community

Raising the Progressive Zionist Voice in the Jewish Community Raising the Progressive Zionist Voice in the Jewish CommunityWe are writing be sure you are aware of some very recent and welcome changes in the leadership of the American Zionist Movement (AZM) and to upda…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
June 14, 2021 at 1:53 PM

Ameinu Congratulates New Government of Israel

Ameinu Congratulates New Government of Israel Ameinu Congratulates New Government of IsraelAmeinu extends its heartfelt congratulations to the newly formed government of Israel under the leadership of Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Alternate Prime Minister Yair La…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
June 2, 2021 at 8:59 PM

Ameinu Congratulates Herzog on Election as Israel's President

Ameinu Congratulates Herzog on Election as Israel's President Ameinu Congratulates Herzog on Election as Israel's PresidentAmeinu warmly congratulates Yitzhak Herzog on his election as the 11th President of Israel. We have deeply appreciated our friendship and partner…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
May 25, 2021 at 2:44 PM

Ameinu Condemns Antisemitic Acts and Words

Ameinu Condemns Antisemitic Acts and Words Ameinu Condemns Antisemitic Acts and WordsAmeinu vehemently condemns the recent spate of antisemitic violence that erupted around the United States and the world following the escalation of hostilities between Israel and Hama…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
May 20, 2021 at 3:25 PM

Book Launch of In This Place Together, Meet the Authors Thursday, May 27, 2021

Book Launch of In This Place Together, Meet the Authors Thursday, May 27, 2021 Book Launch Event:Join us for a discussion & reading with the authorsThursday, May 27, 2021 ,1pm EDT While civilians in Israel and Gaza continue to suffer during this current military co…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
May 13, 2021 at 7:23 PM

Yesterday's Webinar on Crisis in Israel & Tikkun Leil Shavuot

Yesterday's Webinar on Crisis in Israel & Tikkun Leil Shavuot Dear friends,We hope that your family and friends in Israel are all safe!Yesterday we joined many other organizations in co-sponsoring a webinar about the latest developments in Israel and Palestine. The webin…
  Kenneth Bob · [email protected]
May 12, 2021 at 1:49 PM

Ameinu to U.S. and International Community: Work on Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Ameinu to U.S. and International Community: Work on Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Dear friends,I arrived in Israel over the weekend to see my Israeli-based family members, catch up with friends, and engage with partners in Israel and Palestine on a variety of projects. As th…
  Kenneth Bob · [email protected]
May 10, 2021 at 8:11 PM

Join us for an Urgent Webinar -- Wednesday May 12 -- UPDATE FROM JERUSALEM

Join us for an Urgent Webinar -- Wednesday May 12 -- UPDATE FROM JERUSALEM Dear John, Today is Jerusalem Day and we have all been bracing ourselves for what may transpire given the rising tensions.  Recent days have seen an escalation in violence in Jerusalem. With th…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
April 15, 2021 at 5:48 PM

Happy 73rd Israel Yom Haatzmaut!

Happy 73rd Israel Yom Haatzmaut! HAPPY YOM HAATZMAUT! Dear John, On behalf of Ameinu's staff and leadership, we would like to wish all of our friends and members in Israel, the United States and Canada - Happy 73rd Israel independence day!As much as we would li…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
April 5, 2021 at 2:20 PM

President Rivlin: Reject Racist, Homophobic Members of Knesset

President Rivlin: Reject Racist, Homophobic Members of Knesset President Rivlin: Reject Racist, Homophobic Members of KnessetSunday 4 April Dear President Rivlin, J-Link, the international network of progressive Jewish organizations, sides with many other Jewish organizations…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
April 1, 2021 at 4:26 PM

Join Ameinu's Virtual Israel Study Tour this Spring!

Join Ameinu's Virtual Israel Study Tour this Spring! SAVE THE DATE! - AMEINU ISRAEL VIRTUAL STUDY TOUR APRIL 25, MAY 2, MAY 23, JUNE 6This spring, we're inviting you to join us in our study tour to Israel and Palestine - virtually! We are thrilled to be joined by co-sponsors …
  Kenneth Bob · [email protected]
March 30, 2021 at 3:03 PM

Renew Your Ameinu Membership and Join Our Virtual Israel Study Tour for Free!

Renew Your Ameinu Membership and Join Our Virtual Israel Study Tour for Free! Dear John, During these days of the Passover holiday we hope this email finds you and yours safe and healthy and that we are all seeing the light at the end of the Covid-19 tunnel. While over the pa…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
March 25, 2021 at 4:22 PM

Happy Passover from Ameinu, and some Upcoming Events!

Happy Passover from Ameinu, and some Upcoming Events! Dear John, As this long and challenging winter finally departs, and hopes for better times ahead arise - we would like to wish you and your family a Happy and Meaningful Passover from all of us here at Ameinu!  We are grat…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
February 24, 2021 at 5:34 PM

Ameinu Newsletter: Merav Michaeli, Palestinian Elections and more!

Ameinu Newsletter: Merav Michaeli, Palestinian Elections and more! Dear John, Between the Covid pandemic, the political turmoil here and in Israel, and the unusually cold weather, we all find ourselves somewhat overwhelmed this winter. None of these challenges have stopped us…
  Kenneth Bob · [email protected]
February 18, 2021 at 6:12 PM

Come Hear Labor Party Leader Merav Michaeli - 2/28 1PM EST

Come Hear Labor Party Leader Merav Michaeli - 2/28 1PM EST Join us for a special conversation with Member of Knesset and Labor Party leader Merav Michaeli as she speaks about the upcoming Israel elections and the role a rejuvenated Labor Party can play in the Israeli politica…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
February 15, 2021 at 2:14 PM

Ameinu Strongly Condemns JNF-KKL Settlement Expansion Plans

Ameinu Strongly Condemns JNF-KKL Settlement Expansion Plans Ameinu Strongly Condemns JNF-KKL Settlement Expansion PlansAmeinu strongly condemns the decision taken by the Executive Board of the Jewish National Fund-Keren Kayemet L'Israel (JNF-KKL) to approve a proposal allowin…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
January 25, 2021 at 5:20 PM

Ameinu Congratulates New Labor Party Leader MK Merav MIchaeli

Ameinu Congratulates New Labor Party Leader MK Merav MIchaeli Ameinu sent the following letter to Israeli Labor Party MK Merav Michaeli, congratulating her on being elected the party's chairperson yesterday.Dear Merav, Your friends at Ameinu extend our sincere congratulations…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
January 20, 2021 at 5:14 PM

Ameinu Congratulates President Biden and Vice President Harris

Ameinu Congratulates President Biden and Vice President Harris Ameinu extends its heartfelt congratulations on the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. "This historic inauguration comes at a time when our country is faced with multiple…
  Ameinu · [email protected]
January 11, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Thank You, Thank You....and Beginning 2021 Right

Thank You, Thank You….and Beginning 2021 Right Dear John,We want to thank all of our members and supporters for their generous financial support for Ameinu throughout 2020 and especially during our end of year fundraising effort. Put simply, you came through in a big …