Dr. Shimon Oz is an expert on Sunni Islam, politics and social change among the Bedouin in the Negev. He has extensive professional experience from the Prime Minister's Office. He is a research fellow at the Institute for Counterterrorism Policy at the Lauder School of Government, Diplomacy and Strategy at Reichman University in Herzliya.
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Join a Bedouin-style culinary workshop in which we will be hosted by a special Bedouin family, who still maintains the traditional way of life – and together we will cook a traditional meal using seasonal ingredients. A fun and educational culinary experience, in which we will discover the special flavors of the desert and experience the Bedouin tradition in an intimate and special way.
Join a fascinating workshop on traditional Bedouin-Negev medicine, where we will reveal the secrets of natural healing that have been passed down from generation to generation. We will learn about natural extracts and ancient practices that have been used by the Bedouin in the Negev for thousands of years.
Discover the traditional crafts of the Bedouin! We will learn through experience a variety of crafts: embroidery, basket weaving, henna paintings, producing and processing camel and goat wool, making jewelry, and more. An experience full of creativity, culture, and tradition, where you will learn ancient techniques that connect art and nature, and leave with personal and special creations.
Join a Bedouin scouting workshop in the Negev. A unique experience in which we will learn how to find water, food, and even medicinal plants. A fun and educational experience that will expose you to a fascinating world of nature, survival, and ancient knowledge, all in a special atmosphere connected to the desert and accompanied by expert Bedouin scouts.
Join a unique musical workshop where we will make traditional Bedouin musical instruments together and learn how to play them. During the workshop, we will discover the secrets of designing handmade instruments, learn the special techniques that have been used by the Bedouin for generations, and enjoy learning to play under the guidance of a Bedouin musician in a kind of direct connection between creativity, culture, and tradition. A fun and educational musical experience that will allow you to feel the Bedouin spirit through the sounds of the desert.
SOCIAL CHANGE, FEMINISM AND THE GENERATION GAP
THE "SPECIAL RELATIONS" IN THE NEGEV
Dr. Shimon Oz reviewed the behind-the-scenes picture of the tension between the Bedouin's positions and government policy. Dr. Oz presented the history of the Bedouin and their changing sources of livelihood. It was fascinating to hear about such a relevant topic, about which so little is known. Dr. Oz has extensive knowledge and in-depth familiarity with the subject. We have already booked two lectures!
It was an intellectual pleasure. Despite my prior knowledge of the Bedouin, I enjoyed and was educated. The lecture got down to the core and root of the subject, thus allowing the listeners a deeper and broader understanding of the subject and of current events in the Bedouin sector in the Negev.
Dear Shimon, I wanted to thank you for a comprehensive, professional and fascinating lecture on such an interesting and sensitive topic here in the country. Our audience is a challenging audience, asking questions, examining and wanting to know and be updated with information. The audience came out extremely satisfied, so I would be very happy to review a complete series of lectures and tours on the subject with you. Thank you again and see you soon.
I would like to thank, on behalf of over 720 viewers on Zoom, who listened to your fascinating lecture on a lecture. The lecture was inspiring and provided extensive knowledge about the Negev Arabs, from a historical perspective to the current state of affairs today. You spoke eloquently and sharply and demonstrated extensive knowledge in such a significant field! We enjoyed it very much!
Your lecture was exceptional in every way. I really liked that you did very in-depth and thorough research. The knowledge you gained is evident in your analysis of the complex situation. Your human attitude and your genuine desire to find a way to solve the complex problems in the Negev also stood out.
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