Save the date: Israel exchange "Nation and Discrimination"

This year, the wannseeFORUM Foundation, together with Sapir College and the Friendship Across Borders association, is once again organizing a German-Israeli exchange on the topic of "Nation and Discrimination." The seminar is aimed at people from Israel, Palestinians with Israeli citizenship, and young people from Germany, with and without a migration or refugee background, up to the age of 26 (exceptions may be possible by arrangement). Our central theme is the diversity of the lived experiences of young people from both countries. Together, we will explore our own and our national identities, how they are interconnected, and how discrimination manifests itself in contemporary Israel and Germany.

Who it's for: You are between 20 and 26 years old (with exceptions up to 30), from Germany or Israel. Your personal motivation is an essential requirement for participation. When selecting participants, we pay attention to diversity in terms of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, and professional/academic qualifications. The topics discussed in this dialogue format are extremely sensitive, therefore we ask participants to attend the preparatory meetings before the exchange.
How long: 9 days with overnight stays.
When: Expected in late summer/autumn 2026.

Cost: €150 participation fee for program, accommodation, and meals.
Partial reimbursement of travel expenses is available upon request.
Accessibility: Should your participation require any inclusion measures such as sign language interpreters, a wheelchair-accessible room, waivers of the participation fee for financial reasons, or anything else, please contact us.