The challenges of Europe!
On the 2nd of October we are co-organizing a conference in Stockholm about democracy today and the challenges of Europe. No entrance but you need to register.
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Now is the time for change!
That is the core message of It’s Time - an unprecedented coalition of 60 Israeli peacebuilding and shared society organizations. On May 8-9, the coalition will host the People’s Peace Summit in Jerusalem, bringing together thousands of people to envision and advance a peaceful future in the region.
Catherine Cornille in Stockholm
Are genuine exchanges across religious traditions possible in today’s social climate? The answer might just be revealed at the Jewish Museum in Stockholm on May 8.
Gadi Gvaryhau in Stockholm
Mourning together, a road to peace? Gadi Gvaryhau is the founder of the Israeli organisation Tag Meir, that organize trips to families that are struck by terror, to enable representatives from all parts of society to pay their respects and mourn together. Come and listen to Gadi in conversation with journalist Gabriella Ahlström, 27th of Mars 2025.
15 inspiring years with Berättarministeriet
The Robert Weil Family Foundation has decided to end its partnership with Berättarministeriet (Ministry of Storytelling). The decision to part is grounded in the fact that Berättarministeriet today has grown into a nationwide organisation that stands firmly on its own two feet with a rich variety of funders, not least from public institutions.
Standing Together in Stockholm
Standing Together is the largest Jewish-Arab grassroots movement in Israel and has played a leading role in Israel fighting for a shared future with no occupation and peace for all. Now their spokespersons, Rula Daood and Alon-Lee Green will come to Stockholm for a talk about human rights, equality and peace activism. An event initiated by Olof Palmes International Center, Kulturhuset Stadsteatern and The Robert Weil Family Foundation.
Youth United for the Environment!
In 2023, Ecoocean initiated Youth United for the Environment. The aim was to mentor and equip young to research and report on environmental issues and to drive change in their local communities. Despite the war, 210 participants from schools in Jewish and non Jewish communities was brought together, to work on making their environment better.
Issa Amro is 2024 Right Livelihood Laureate
'I have three choices: to use violence and I will be the hero of Palestine for one month; to accept to live under occupation and accept to be a slave; or to fight the occupation using non-violent resistance. So you choose: everybody would choose to fight using non-violence.' Issa Amro, 2024 Laureate
Time is now
On July 1 2024, an important group of organizations and individuals came together in Tel Aviv for the Great Peace Event. It was not a conference; it was the launch of a revitalized, impactful Israeli peace movement. The Robert Weil Family Foundation was one of many supporters who where part of making this come true.