Unlikely Partners spotlights the Israelis and Palestinians who dare to build bridges where others see only walls. Through intimate conversations with people from both sides, the show reveals stories of cooperation, innovation, and hope that rarely make headlines but can help make for a better future. Unlikely Partners is hosted by Yadin Kaufmann, a longtime American-Israeli venture capitalist who has spent years building business connections that benefit both Israelis and Palestinians.
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Can the next generation of Bedouin leaders transform the future of Israel's Negev?
In this episode of Unlikely Partners, Yadin sits down with Ariel Viezel, CEO of Desert Stars, Faiz Abu Saheban, former mayor of Rahat, and Israa Abu-Madigan, a graduate of the Desert Stars program, to explore how the organization is empowering young Bedouins to become leaders in their communities and beyond. Together, they discuss the challenges facing Bedouin society, the power of education and leadership, and how bringing people together can help build a more prosperous and shared future for Israel's south.
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CREDITS:
Yadin Kaufmann, Faiz Abu Sheban, Ariel Viezel, Israa Abu-Madigan, Maya Rackoff, Alon Schwartz, Adi Shaham