The Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga announces the educational program Israel in Conflict: Origins to BDS will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 6:30 (dinner) with discussion from 7-8 p.m.
Classes will run for six consecutive Wednesdays with the exception of Feb. 15. Classes with dinner are $72. Classes without dinner are $36. Readings and materials will be available for each class and participants will be expected to read assigned materials before coming to each session. They will be the basis for discussion.
To register call 493-0270 ext.10; rsvp@jewishchattanooga.com or visit the Federation’s website www.jewishchattanooga.com.
Review for Israel in Conflict: Origins to BDS:
What is BDS? The Boycott, Divestment and Sanction movement targeted at Israel has been a growing concern particularly on college campuses across the United States. Coupled with recent activity at the United Nations regarding Israel, the Federation thought it would be a community asset for people to be made aware of modern Israel’s history.
Content will include the mandate for Palestine, the establishment of the State of Israel, UN Security Council Resolution 242, the 1973 Arab-Israeli War, a history of the BDS movement and much more.
The series will be led by Dr. Norton Wheeler, a retired history professor (Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas and Missouri Southern State University in Joplin). Dr. Wheeler also teaches occasional history classes at UTC.
The Jewish Federation and is programs are open to everyone regardless of religious affiliation. The Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga builds and fosters a strong unified Jewish community and strives to ensure its well-being and continuity locally, in Israel, and throughout the world.