Est. 1995 — Jerusalem & New York
The human side of the conflict.
American Friends of the Parents Circle shares the human side of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with the American public, to help foster peace and reconciliation.
900+
Bereaved families
1995
Founded
76
New members in 2025
2
Peoples, one forum
What’s New
All updates-
October 2026
Press
Two Mothers, Two Tragedies, a Shared Choice to Reject Hatred | Haaretz
Hamas killed Liat Atzili’s husband on October 7 and took her hostage. An Israeli settler shot and killed Hanady Hathaleen’s husband in the West Bank. Both…
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October 2026
Press
Olives: Past, Present, and Future | UK Jewish News
Magen Inon, whose parents Bilha and Yakov were murdered in their home in Netiv Haasara on 7 October, reflects on the olive trees they planted –…
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September 2026
Education
The Parents Circle is back in schools for Dialogue Meetings!
After years of appeals, the court ruled that the Parents Circle could return to Israeli schools. The first Dialogue Meetings have already reached 300 students.
What We Do
Projects & programs
Back to School Campaign
Helping children across the West Bank start the school year with hope.
Youth Peace Camp
A life-changing week for 40 Israeli and Palestinian young people.
The Parallel Narrative Experience
Bringing Israelis and Palestinians together to explore each other’s narratives and build mutual understanding.
The Joint Israeli-Palestinian Memorial Ceremony
Uniting Israelis and Palestinians to mourn shared losses and build hope for peace.
In their own words
“Pain can be transformed into a force for justice and peace.”
“After everything I’ve been through, I still believe in peace. War is not a solution.”
These members won’t give up on peace.
We hope you’ll join them. Your gift supports their work across Palestine and Israel.
