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If you could rule, what would you change in the world
MEET_Students
29.06.2023
In today's rapidly changing world, it is essential to recognize the power of youth voices and provide them with equal opportunities to shape the future. We believe in fostering an environment that embraces equality and empowers young individuals to make a positive impact.
In this new episode of Perspective #9, we interview two remarkable high school graduates, Avigail Herz and Ibrahim Khaliliye, who have been part of the transformative MEET program.
Uniting Israeli and Palestinian Youth: Meet (Middle East Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow) is a groundbreaking initiative that aims to bridge the wealth inequality gap and inspire Israeli and Palestinian youth to find common ground. By bringing together a diverse group of students from various socio-economic backgrounds, Meet creates an innovative and project-based learning environment. Through personal and professional connections, participants exchange skill sets, values, and foster a capacity for tech innovation.
Empowering Youth, Transforming Communities: Our interview with Avigail and Ibrahim showcases the importance of giving voice to the youth. When asked what they would change in the world if they had the opportunity to rule, their answers served as powerful indicators of a new generation demanding change and taking responsibility for their roles in society. This signifies a shift towards a future where equality and equal opportunities are at the forefront.
By providing equal opportunities and platforms for youth to express themselves, we can unlock their potential and contribute to a more inclusive and equal society. The Meet program serves as a beacon of hope, inspiring a new generation of leaders who will shape a better future. Together, let's work towards a world where youth voices are valued, and equality and opportunities are available to all.
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About
Avigail
Glantz Herz
Avigail Glantz Herz, who is from Jerusalem, graduated high school last June 2023. She was honored to serve as head of the student council in school and led different projects in the social and political field both inside and outside school. She graduated from MEET in the summer of 2022 and since then she's been a teacher assistant for both computer science and entrepreneurship in the organization.
Throughout her journey in MEET she had the opportunity to become a product manager of her own startup that aim to tackle the problem of police brutality.
In 2024 she is planning on joining a gap year program that includes volunteer work and studies.
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About
Ibrahim
Khaliliye
Ibrahim has a strong interest in technology, entrepreneurship, and politics, focusing on the interplay between these domains and their impact on the global landscape. With a background in computer science, he has been involved in programs, projects, and professional engagements encompassing coding and technological development. As an alum of MEET, he acquired technological skills and contributed by volunteering as a Computer Science Teaching Assistant. In addition to technology, Ibrahim is engaged in political science through participation in political groups and campaigns, driven by a desire to understand global affairs and promote societal improvement. In his role as an International Relations Coordinator at The Mossawa Center, an organization dedicated to advocating for the rights of the Arab-Palestinian minority in Israel, Ibrahim gained insights into the social and political landscapes, developed an understanding of broader contexts, and engaged with a diversity of perspectives.
About Meet, Israel
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See how MEET and the Julius Baer Foundation tackle wealth inequality bridging the economic gap and building social capital and trust among young Palestinians and Israelis through hybrid STEM education
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