The Passengers tells the story of the final community of Ethiopian Jews and its struggle to immigrate to Israel. While on a fateful trip to America as part of a grassroots advocacy campaign, a pair of Ethiopian best friends confront culture shock, homesickness and the pressures of representing their abandoned community. With intimate access and detailed historical context, their own journey reveals the thorny politics surrounding Ethiopian and American Jewry.|
This film has a 48-hour viewing window. An access code will be shared the afternoon of July 20th. You can then enjoy the film during the viewing window at your own convenience.
7:15 p.m. | Ben Gurion and Gefen Society Pre-Reception (by invitation only)8:00 p.m. | Generosity Gala Live Entertainment. Cocktail attire.Open bar & heavy hors d’oeuvres. […]
Uprising in Iran: A Struggle Over Identity
Regional Guest: Meir Javedanfar Ph.D., Iranian-Israeli Lecturer, Author and Commentator
Join us as we hear from author Charles King about his book which encompasses the secular and Jewish history of Odessa.
Join The Associated’s Insight Israel Forum for a virtual journey through Israel’s 75 year history, live from Israel with Israeli tour guide Shai Nahon. Bring […]