Student artwork from 2010 Summer Leadership Program
During these difficult times, we are committed to working with renewed energy to fulfill our mission of building relational resilience through constructive engagement across the United States, Israel, Palestine, and abroad.
All of us at Artsbridge are devastated by the continuing violence within Israel and Palestine. With broken hearts, we mourn all loss of life in the continuing violence. It is not a contradiction to hold the pain and suffering of both Israelis and Palestinians in our hearts. It often feels easier to express anger and hatred towards one side or the other during such difficult times. However, we must be able to appreciate the complexity of the situation and to value ALL human life if we ever want the situation to change. Hatred and violence are fueled by division. We are stronger when we work together.
Artsbridge is focused on helping people and communities have the very difficult conversations that allow people with opposing viewpoints to listen to and work with each other. It is our firm belief that during this painful and difficult time we must double down on our efforts to facilitate continuing conversation, especially when people are understandably feeling traumatized, angry, and helpless. We are here for our students, alumni, staff and the greater community.
Our Mission: Transformation.
Artsbridge brings transformational change to young adults from communities in conflict. Our unique training model inspires future leaders to work creatively through their differences to develop innovative approaches to complex human problems.
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SUMMER LEADERSHIP
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We are currently looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals who will join our efforts in helping to make a difference.
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Artsbridge offers an annual Alumni Seminar
to graduates of our Summer Leadership Program.
Support a student:
Your support is vital in providing students from here in the US and from around the world with the tools they need to navigate these difficult times. Tools that provide them with the skills to value diversity rather than fear it, to engage with others constructively, and to become leaders and role models in creating positive change in themselves and in their communities.
“I now believe that peace is something that can happen if we listen and be more considerate of each other.”
“I feel like I did something. I feel a sense of accomplishment. I feel satisfied with myself and that I could do anything if I only try harder. I am more mature now because of Artsbridge.”
