The Leaders of Tomorrow Israel-Morocco Forum is adynamic six-month initiative, established through acollaborative partnership between ISRAEL-is and the Association Mimouna . This program is designed tobridge young leaders from Israel and Morocco,combining virtual weekly Zoom sessions with in-persondelegations to both countries. The forum features 20young Israelis and 20 young Moroccans, handpickedfrom a competitive pool of hundreds of applicants.Participants are drawn from various fields, includingsocial and business entrepreneurship, advocacy, andactivism, reflecting a diverse range of talents andpassions. The central goal of the program is to buildmeaningful connections between these future leaders,encouraging collaboration on innovative ideas andprojects aimed at strengthening the relationshipbetween Israel and Morocco.
Virtual Session Highlights Include:
• The Historical Presence of Jews in North Africa
• An Introduction to the Principles and History of Islam
• The Moroccan Jewish Community in Israel and its Cultural Impact
• Addressing and Combating Cyber HateSpeech in the Digital Age
• The Evolution of Moroccan-Israeli Diplomaticand Cultural Relations
• Youth Leadership in Preserving and PromotingCultural Heritage
Highlights from the in-person delegations:
• Moroccans and Israelis worked together on projects,building strong connections and exchanging cultures. Akey moment was a shared Shabbat dinner, where theyintroduced their traditions, fostering unity. They alsovisited a Marrakech school for non-hearing students,engaging with the children and learning about theireducation.
• During the joint mission to Israel, Moroccans and Israelishad the honor of presenting their projects beforePresident Isaac Herzog. They also visited Druze villages,gaining a deeper understanding of the Druze culture,and participated in insightful discussions at the heart ofIsrael’s tech scene, the Startup Nation headquarters.
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Every event we organize, every food basket we deliver, and every dialogue circle we lead is made possible by engaged allies. From student volunteers to global donors, a vibrant community stands behind Mimouna’s mission.
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Mimouna is a Moroccan association that strives to preserve and promote the history of Morocco’s ancient Jewish community. Founded in 2007, Mimouna seeks to educate the Moroccan people about the Jewish culture and encourage harmony between Jews and Muslims.
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