| ID | 169982 |
| Title Proper | Israeli Jews from Muslim Countries |
| Other Title Information | Immigrant Associations and Civic Leverage |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Kabalo, Paula |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article sheds light on the salient and far-reaching pattern of association-forming among Jewish immigrants from Muslim countries in Israel during the 1950s and 1960s. They were formally established associations that operated by means of representatives and spokespersons and strove to mediate between the population group that they represented and the state authorities that dealt with immigration and its integration. Interestingly, although few of the members or leaders of these entities have lived under democratic regimes, they established organizations that operated on the basis of democratic principles: election of representatives, holding members’ assemblies, and freedom of expression. They articulated their positions publicly and openly and were not deterred from criticizing policymakers, even those in the highest of echelons. |
| `In' analytical Note | Contemporary Review of the Middle East Vol. 6, No.3-4; Sep-Dec 2019: p.324-337 |
| Journal Source | Contemporary Review of the Middle East Vol: 6 No 3-4 |
| Key Words | Muslim Countries ; Voluntary Associations ; Israeli Immigrants ; Aliyah |