Rationale

Israeli society is changing as a result of demographic and cultural shifts over the past few decades: It shifted from being a society with a distinct majority and minority to one with four main sectors, or "tribes," that resemble one another in terms of size: secular; national-religious; orthodox; and Arab.  Israel is a mosaic of ethnic groups and cultural traditions, and as a result, there is significant societal disintegration. Despite the necessity of reducing these rifts, development is slow, and conflicts are getting worse.

Diversity- in Israeli society, refers to a wide range of groups, particularly those that are currently underrepresented in terms of quantity, quality, presence, and impact in universities. Among the groups underrepresented in the institution are: Arabs, First-generation students, Ultra-orthodox, new immigrants, native Ethiopians, low SES Students, and women as well in specific disciplines.

Supporting social integration in the face of diverse cultural and racial disparities is a challenge for democratic countries all over the world. Adopted policies fall short far too frequently. Studying cultural groups' integration decision-making processes is essential for developing effective policy.

The DEI is dedicated to establishing a secure learning environment free from harassment and discrimination based on the community, ethnicity, and religion, of its students and teachers.

Contact information

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