Talking about the Middle East
Continuing Education
Excerpt from the comic Amal, illustrated by Nathalie Frank. Published in the comic collection Wie geht es dir? 60 gezeichnete Gespräche nach dem 7. oktober 2023 (How Are You? – Sixty Illustrated Conversations After October 7, 2023), publisher: avant-Verlag, 2025
The situation in the Middle East is confusing, events are unfolding rapidly, and social media in particular is spreading emotionally charged opinions. Jews in Germany are being equated with Israelis, while Palestinians are being accused of sympathizing with the terrorist organization Hamas.
by appointment
Where
W. M. Blumenthal Academy, Workshop
Fromet-und-Moses-Mendelssohn-Platz 1, 10969 Berlin
(Opposite the Museum)
Since the 2023 terrorist attack on Israel and the ensuing war, public discourse in Germany has also been marked by antisemitism and racism. It is not always clear what constitutes antisemitism or racism versus a political opinion or criticism. This workshop focuses on participants’ own thoughts, feelings, and words regarding the situation in the Middle East. We aim to create a space where we can discuss the conflict respectfully. Participants will learn about the diverse experiences and perspectives of those affected in Germany. Using case studies, they will discuss and learn to recognize and contextualize anti-Semitic and racist statements in the context of the Middle East. Teachers and educators can take away ideas from this training to apply in their school settings.
Where, when, what?
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Whenby appointment
- Duration3 hours
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Where
W. M. Blumenthal Academy, Workshop
Fromet-und-Moses-Mendelssohn-Platz 1, 10969 Berlin
(Opposite the Museum)
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Entry fee
The program is free of charge. With the kind support of the American Friends of the Jewish Museum Berlin
LanguageGerman and English
Number of participants8 to 15. Up to two groups can be booked at the same time.
Booking requestFor groups we offer trainings on your desired date. Please contact us at least 6 weeks before your desired date for this service via visit@jmberlin.de.
