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THE COMMUNITY
In Neve Shalom/Wahat al-Salam (NS/WAS) which means
"Oasis of Peace" in Hebrew and Arabic, an equal number of Jewish and Palestinian
families live, work and educate their children in a community of peaceful co-existence and
equality. It is the only such village in Israel. Democratically governed by the residents,
NS/WAS is not affiliated with any political party or movement. The "Oasis of
Peace" gives tangible expression to its vision of peaceful co-existence through
extensive educational programs conducted at the village, at universities and with
Palestinian and Jewish community organizations.
LOCATION
On a hilltop halfway between Tel Aviv/Jaffa and
Jerusalem, over-looking the historic Ayalon/Alsarar Valley, the community is expanding on
land leased from the Latrun Monastery.
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COME AND VISIT
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The village Guest House. part of the nationwide Kibbutz
Hotel chain. has 40 modern and attractive rooms. many with magnificent views of the
coastal plain and the Jerusalem hills. Facilities include a large outdoor swimming
pool
and the "White Dove" gourmet restaurant. Guests can combine the experience of
the tranquility of the countryside and a personal insight into the many programmers
and
activities undertaken by the community in their quest for peace. Neve Shalom-Wahat al
Salam is centrally situated in Israel halfway between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. It is a base
for sightseeing in Jerusalem. visiting the nearby National Parr and the many other local
attractions. or as a stop-over to or from Ben Gurion International Airport. which is only
twenty minutes away.
Notable Quotes
"When Jews and Arabs get together, live
together--they create their own miracle; Neve Shalom/Wahat al-Salam is such a miracle. It
deserves our warmest support, for it justifies our highest hopes."
-Elie Wiesel,
Nobel Laureate
"I would like to see the moment when there will be such a thing as
Neve Shalom/Wahat al-Salam not only between the Palestinians and Israelis, but between all
the people in the Middle East." -Faisal al-Husseini, Palestinian Leader
"Peace actually begins in our homes, in communities like
this and in our hearts. And it has to be nurtured between and among human
beings, and then passed on to our children." -First Lady Hillary Rodham
Clinton
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