Ben Sharif

Partners For Progressive Israel is an organization that fosters partnership between Israelis and Americans who support a progressive vision for Israel. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY. The organization focuses on civil and human rights, peace and coexistence, Israeli politics, social and economic justice, religious pluralism, regional developments, and addressing the Israeli occupation. It promotes a peaceful two-state solution and actively confronts issues such as settlement expansion and human rights abuses. Partners For Progressive Israel offers a range of programs and initiatives including an annual Israel-Palestine symposium, "Conversations with Israel & Palestine" to present diverse perspectives, and the Theodore Bikel Peace and Justice Internship Program, which provides young activists with opportunities to engage in social justice work in Israel. The organization also produces educational resources, such as guides for discussing complex topics like genocide and fact sheets on humanitarian issues, and publishes the magazine "Israel Horizons." Advocacy is central to its mission, with campaigns addressing annexation, evictions, and expulsions, and efforts to support religious pluralism and the rights of non-Orthodox Jews. The organization responds to current events, including the Israel-Hamas conflict, providing resources to help progressive communities process grief and engage in honest dialogue. It encourages involvement through volunteering, internships, donations, and maintains active communication via newsletters and social media platforms. The company was founded in 1990 by Harold Shapiro.