History of the Israel-Palestinian Conflict
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About
In this introductory series, we’ll explore the origins and causes of the continuation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from a historical standpoint, learning about the history of Israel starting in the late 19th century and continuing to the present day. We’ll talk about the role of key places like Jerusalem, the West Bank, and Gaza, and how they fit into the broader picture.
Although this is primarily meant to be a space for learning, there will also be group discussions. My hope is that we can all come in with openness: to hear one another fully, ask thoughtful questions, and build mutual understanding, even where we might disagree. Each session builds on the next, so my hope is for everyone to attend every meeting.
This series will continue through the rest of August and may extend into the school year.
Structure:
Each session will start with a talk to give some historical background, followed by group discussion.
No prior knowledge is expected- just curiosity and a willingness to engage.
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
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✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY
This course builds session by session, so consistent attendance is really important. If you ever need to miss a session, just message me ahead of time. Students who miss three sessions without communication may be removed to open space for others. Life happens—just stay in touch and we’ll work it out!
SESSION 1
11
Jun
SESSION 1
Other Topics
Other Topics
Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJun 11, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTC
In this session, we will be learning about Palestine and the political, economic and social changes that occur over the late 19th century into the early 20th century, as demographics change and different ideologies draw people to the land.
SESSION 2
14
Jun
SESSION 2
Other Topics
Other Topics
Sat 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJun 14, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTC
In this session, we’ll explore how escalating tensions in Palestine between Jews, Arabs, and the British shaped the development of the Yishuv (the Jewish community) between the early 1920s and the late 1930s. We’ll look at key turning points like the San Remo Conference, Arab riots and massacres, British policy shifts, and growing Jewish immigration and military organization. We'll also discuss how external events like Nazi Germany’s rise and the Haavara Agreement influenced Jewish migration, and how the British response- including White Papers and partition proposals- reflected increasing pressure from all sides.
SESSION 3
12
Jul
SESSION 3
Other
Other
Sat 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTCJul 12, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTC
TBD
SESSION 4
15
Jul
SESSION 4
Other
Other
Tue 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTCJul 15, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTC
In this session, we’ll explore how escalating tensions in Palestine between Jews, Arabs, and the British shaped the development of the Yishuv (the Jewish community) between the early 1920s and the late 1930s. We’ll look at key turning points like the San Remo Conference, Arab riots and massacres, British policy shifts, and growing Jewish immigration and military organization. We'll also discuss how external events like Nazi Germany’s rise and the Haavara Agreement influenced Jewish migration, and how the British response- including White Papers and partition proposals- reflected increasing pressure from all sides.
SESSION 5
18
Jul
SESSION 5
Other
Other
Fri 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTCJul 18, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTC
*Session 3
In this session, we’ll explore the complex developments in the Jewish community of Palestine during the rise of Nazi Germany and the early years of World War II. We’ll trace how events in Europe—like Hitler’s ascent to power, Kristallnacht, and the Holocaust—shaped Jewish immigration patterns, political priorities, and cultural life in Palestine. At the same time, we’ll look at how the Yishuv (the Jewish community in Palestine) responded to growing global threats, from illegal immigration efforts to military involvement with the British. Along the way, we’ll examine key moments like the British White Papers, the death of poet Haim Bialik, and the evolving relationship between the Yishuv and Britain.
SESSION 6
22
Jul
SESSION 6
Enrichment
Enrichment
Tue 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTCJul 22, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTC
*Session 4
TBD
SESSION 7
29
Jul
SESSION 7
Other
Other
Tue 8:15 PM - 9:15 PM UTCJul 29, 8:15 PM - 9:15 PM UTC
Makeup session!!🥳🥳
For those who are new, hi! In this session I'll be reviewing material from session 1, session 2, and session 3 as well if we have enough time. Others who are not new but might want a refresher are welcome to join as well! Content descriptions are below.
-We will learn about Palestine in the early 1880s up to the 1930s. Who lived in Palestine in the 1880s—and what did the term Palestine even mean at the time? How did the demographics of the land change over the next couple of decades, and why? What attracted Jews to the land and what did their immigration look like?
-We’ll explore how escalating tensions in Palestine between Jews, Arabs, and the British shaped the development of the Yishuv (the Jewish community in Palestine) between the early 1920s and the late 1930s. And we'll look at key turning points like the San Remo Conference, Arab riots and massacres, British policy shifts, and growing Jewish immigration and military organization. We'll also discuss how external events like Nazi Germany’s rise and the Haavara Agreement influenced Jewish migration, and how the British response—including White Papers and partition proposals—reflected growing pressure from all sides.
SESSION 8
1
Aug
SESSION 8
Other
Other
Fri 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM UTCAug 1, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM UTC
Makeup session!!🥳🥳
For those who are new, hi! In this session I'll be reviewing material from session 1, session 2, and session 3 as well if we have enough time. Others who are not new but might want a refresher are welcome to join as well! Content descriptions are below.
-We will learn about Palestine in the early 1880s up to the 1930s. Who lived in Palestine in the 1880s—and what did the term Palestine even mean at the time? How did the demographics of the land change over the next couple of decades, and why? What attracted Jews to the land and what did their immigration look like?
-We’ll explore how escalating tensions in Palestine between Jews, Arabs, and the British shaped the development of the Yishuv (the Jewish community in Palestine) between the early 1920s and the late 1930s. And we'll look at key turning points like the San Remo Conference, Arab riots and massacres, British policy shifts, and growing Jewish immigration and military organization. We'll also discuss how external events like Nazi Germany’s rise and the Haavara Agreement influenced Jewish migration, and how the British response—including White Papers and partition proposals—reflected growing pressure from all sides.
SESSION 9
1
Aug
SESSION 9
Other
Other
Fri 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM UTCAug 1, 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM UTC
Makeup session!!🥳🥳
For those who are new, hi! In this session I'll be reviewing material from session 1, session 2, and session 3 as well if we have enough time. Others who are not new but might want a refresher are welcome to join as well! Content descriptions are below.
-We will learn about Palestine in the early 1880s up to the 1930s. Who lived in Palestine in the 1880s—and what did the term Palestine even mean at the time? How did the demographics of the land change over the next couple of decades, and why? What attracted Jews to the land and what did their immigration look like?
-We’ll explore how escalating tensions in Palestine between Jews, Arabs, and the British shaped the development of the Yishuv (the Jewish community in Palestine) between the early 1920s and the late 1930s. And we'll look at key turning points like the San Remo Conference, Arab riots and massacres, British policy shifts, and growing Jewish immigration and military organization. We'll also discuss how external events like Nazi Germany’s rise and the Haavara Agreement influenced Jewish migration, and how the British response—including White Papers and partition proposals—reflected growing pressure from all sides.
SESSION 10
8
Aug
SESSION 10
Other
Other
Fri 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTCAug 8, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTC
2nd Makeup Session (continuation of 1st makeup session)
Details will be updated closer to the session.
SESSION 11
11
Aug
SESSION 11
Other
Other
Mon 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTCAug 11, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTC
Session 1
Description:
-We will learn about Palestine in the early 1880s up to the 1930s. Who lived in Palestine in the 1880s—and what did the term Palestine even mean at the time? How did the demographics of the land change over the next couple of decades, and why? What attracted Jews to the land and what did their immigration look like?
-We’ll explore how escalating tensions in Palestine between Jews, Arabs, and the British shaped the development of the Yishuv (the Jewish community in Palestine) between the early 1920s and the late 1930s. And we'll look at key turning points like the San Remo Conference, Arab riots and massacres, British policy shifts, and growing Jewish immigration and military organization. We'll also discuss how external events like Nazi Germany’s rise and the Haavara Agreement influenced Jewish migration, and how the British response—including White Papers and partition proposals—reflected growing pressure from all sides.
SESSION 12
14
Aug
SESSION 12
Other
Other
Thu 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTCAug 14, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTC
Session 2
SESSION 13
18
Aug
SESSION 13
Other
Other
Mon 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTCAug 18, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTC
Session 2
SESSION 14
21
Aug
SESSION 14
Other
Other
Thu 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTCAug 21, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTC
Session 3