Special screening and Q&A of new documentary, There Is Another Way, which tells the story of Combatants for Peace, a binational group of former enemy combatants - Israelis and Palestinians - working together during an ongoing armed conflict. Confronted with the devastation and escalating violence of October 7th and the war in Gaza, the very core of the movement faces great challenges in showing that there is another way. The first question they must move past relates to their own beliefs...is this possible?
On Monday, January 27th at 6:30, we will show the film at Princeton University, at PNI room A32, followed by a discussion with Combatants for Peace activists and the filmmaker. Please see more information about location and RSVP here: tinyurl.com/AnotherWay2025.
Co-sponsored by: Princeton School of Public and International Affairs and Unity through Understanding
Q&A moderated by Professors Yael Niv and Udi Ofer.
Speakers
Mai Shahin, CFP organizer, is a therapist and peace activist with CfP, with over 12 years of expertise in conflict resolution, specializing in nonviolent communication, nonviolent resistance, and war trauma-focused therapy. Based in Ezariya, navigating the challenging C area near the separation wall in East Jerusalem with grace and resilience. Mai is committed to fostering dialogue and healing, her work goes beyond personal dedication—making a substantial contribution to the broader mission of peace in Palestine and Israel.
Iris Gur, CFP organizer, is a mother and former educator. She worked as the principal of an Israeli public school for over 30 years. In 2017, her 19-year-old daughter, Noa, served 98 days in an Israeli military prison after refusing to be conscripted into the IDF. Noa refused to serve in the army because of her commitment to nonviolence. Her decision cost her over 3 months in prison. Iris never confronted the reality of the occupation before, but as Iris accompanied her daughter on the day she went to military prison, she had no choice but to begin questioning the status quo. Iris began publicly expressing support for her daughter's refusal and faced public backlash. She is now deeply committed to resisting the occupation and working for a future of mutual flourishing for all Palestinians and Israelis.
Stephen Apkon is an award-winning filmmaker and social entrepreneur. He is the Founder and former Executive Director of the Jacob Burns Film Center, a non-profit film and education center located in Pleasantville, NY. Stephen is the Director and Producer of Disturbing the Peace. He is also an Executive Producer of Fantastic Fungi, Planetary, and Backyard Wilderness.
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