Dear Haaretz readers,
I am writing to update you on a new initiative by Haaretz, which has become critical these days not only for us as journalists - but also as citizens.
A few months ago, we embarked on a first of its kind experimental journey, with the establishment of the Haaretz21. An organizational effort aimed at amplifying underrepresented voices and stories of Arab and Palestinian communities within Israel.
The idea was to recruit, train and publish new Arab writers, in the form of a journalistic incubator that would accompany their integration with individual and group support. This was based on the understanding that in order to overcome visible and transparent barriers, a more proactive approach was needed.
When we recruited this group a few months ago, we did not know that they would have to dive so quickly into the deepest waters, with coverage of an acute historical crisis in Jewish-Arab relations.
But nonetheless, they stood on the frontlines of developing stories and dealt with many complexities and dilemmas with courage, boldness and grace. They added to Haaretz and its readers unique angles and a direct look at the roots and depths of the storm.
Support them and the project by reading their stories.
With hope for better days, yours,
Noa Landau from Haaretz21