Seventy-seven years after the establishment of the State of Israel, the Declaration of Independence Workshop invites young people to open this historic document with contemporary eyes and ask: What parts of this vision have been realized today? What has fallen short? And what is our role as young people in a Jewish and democratic state? Through watching a video, exploring historical dilemmas, engaging in fundamental discussions, and examining examples of civic action, the Declaration becomes a living and inspiring document.
Seminar objectives:
- To familiarize students with the Declaration of Independence, its content, and the principles it represents.
- Learning through the story of the writing of the Megillah about the ability to tolerate disagreement within a stratified and diverse society.
- Examining today's reality through the values embodied in the Megillah and clarifying our role today in light of its vision.
Seminar structure:
The seminar consists of a single workshop comprising three stages: familiarization with the circumstances surrounding the declaration and the disputes among the drafters of the Magilla; clarification of key principles from the Magilla and comparison with values that are important to students today; and a concluding discussion – how each person can, in their own way, renew the civil covenant and become part of the legacy of the founders of the state.
*What is required for the activity: Classroom and projection equipment