Stating the Case

Taught in conjunction with the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this course will give participants a chance to understand Israel's perspective on some of the most complicated questions posed to Israel's advocates regarding the situation in the region - the peace process, Israel's actions to defend its citizens and strategies for preventing terror and violence in the region and around the world.

Presented by Mark Regev, the official Spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry, and Daniel Taub, Deputy Legal Advisor of Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this course will give participants an historical perspective on the conflict, a better grasp of the key agreements and obligations, and a deeper look at the complex topics that are at the core of negotiations for peace Is Israel in violation of agreements or International Law? What are Israel's answers to questions on settlements, the rights of Palestinians, the Security Fence, The Disengagement Plan and the future of the peace process?

Find the answers to these questions and more!

Target Audience: This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to present a well informed and detailed perspective about Israel and the Middle East conflict.

Goals:

  • To provide facts regarding topics central to understanding the current political situation in Israel; occupation, settlements, human rights, refugees, the right of return, the security fence and the international law regarding the peace process and the Disengagement.
  • To present a historical perspective of the conflict and the efforts towards peace.
  • To present relevant facts and references to be used as tools in advocating effectively for Israel.
  • To access a wide reference library of relevant documents, books, articles and opinions on the subject. Time Commitment: 2 -4 hours a week for four weeks.

    Topics Covered:

    • Historical Overview
    • Israel and the Territories
    • Security Fence
    • Peace Process
    • Refugees and the Right of Return
    • Disengagement
    • Israeli Democracy and Law
    • Beyond the Conflict/Peace