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Causes: Interfaith Coalitions, International, International Cultural Exchange, International Exchange, International Peace & Security, Promotion of International Understanding, Religion
Mission: Hands of Peace empowers American, Israeli, and Palestinian youth to become agents of change in their communities.
Results: Over the last 20 years, Hands of Peace has touched the lives of over 700 young Americans, Israelis, and Palestinians through the flagship Summer Program.
Target demographics: American, Israeli, and Palestinian youth
Direct beneficiaries per year: 70 new participants and 230 alumni
Geographic areas served: Israel, Palestine, and the United States
Programs: A three-week-long facilitated dialogue program hosted in Chicago and San Diego from July 6 - 25 by American, Israeli, and Palestinian staff. Participants learn more about themselves, "the other" and peaceful methods of cultivating equality, freedom and justice through a wide range of targeted activities and workshops.