Publishing Institution: Israel/Palestine Creative Regional Initiatives (IPCRI) / Political Geography: Global Focus

Author:: Anne Bauer
Publication Date:: 08-2019
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: Israel/Palestine Creative Regional Initiatives (IPCRI)
Abstract:: This research was conducted as part of IPCRI's project "Tourism Brings Us Closer", funded by the Swiss Embassy, and examines the ways in which tourism can be used as a tool for social and political change. The research is based on focused group discussions with actors in the tourism industry that were conducted within the scope of the project. Thereby, the research analyses the challenges and opportunities identified by people working in the field. The research also offers a set of recommendations that can inform future engagements.
Topic:: International Affairs
Political Geography:: Global Focus

Author:: Mark Miodownik
Publication Date:: 06-2019
Content Type:: Commentary and Analysis
Institution:: Israel/Palestine Creative Regional Initiatives (IPCRI)
Abstract:: This public opinion survey covers different issues of life in Jerusalem of its Israeli and Palestinian residents. It surveys their expressions about local needs, who they view as their local leadership, their social attitudes and ways of communication. It also explores perceptions of violence, life satisfaction and also questions about the future of Jerusalem and municipal elections. This survey is a part of a larger peacebuilding initiative in Jerusalem called “Building Visions for the Future of Jerusalem: A Bottom-Up Approach”. As such, the survey is one of a few ways to collect and give voice to the residents’ needs and perceptions regarding their life in Jerusalem. Its final objectives are to to better understand the foundations for cooperation between the two populations in this contested city, in order to assist in improving their well-being
Topic:: International Affairs
Political Geography:: Global Focus

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