A life-changing year – a student’s view
I just completed my second semester at the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies on Kibbutz Ketura. Putting my experience into a few words would be
June 17, 2019
In the face of political conflict
Last week, the Institute’s mission to advance cross-border environmental cooperation in the face of political conflict was once again tested. Exchange of missiles and rockets
May 12, 2019
A week of celebration and sorrow
Last week, the Jewish people celebrated Passover. Here on Ketura, this celebration included multiple seders throughout the kibbutz in which families, friends, guests and strangers
April 30, 2019
Young Leaders Forum
by Ellen Schwartz The Track II Young Professionals held a successful workshop Jerusalem on March 4th with Ambassador Dennis Ross. The workshop brought together young
March 18, 2019
Our Journey with the Dialogue Project
By Mohammad Azraq, Illana Leizin, and Sarah Braverman Taking part in the Arava Institute’s Dialogue Project was an eye-opening experience. Throughout 21 days, we traveled
February 27, 2019
End of Fall 2018 Semester
Last week we said goodbye to the 58 students and interns of the Fall 2018 semester. After a stressful period of final exams and academic
January 11, 2019
Winter 2018 MASHAV international training program
From November 18th to December 7th 2018, the Arava Institute held its 7th annual MASHAV* training program entitled Renewable Energy as a Catalyst for Regional
December 17, 2018
Director’s Blog: November – the month of conferences
The 220 participants in the 2018 Israel Ride rode into Eilat on October 29th. Despite weather and police challenges, this year’s ride was a great
December 6, 2018
Fall ’18 Negev Trip – a Student’s View
I don’t think I will ever forget waking up in the middle of the night under a Bedouin tent to have the rare experience of
November 28, 2018
The Dialogue Project: Reflections from an Alum
Last month, I participated in the bi-annual Arava Institute alumni tour—also known as the Dialogue Project. On this speaking tour, myself and two of our
November 9, 2018