Tag Meir

25/05/2026

Last week representatives of Tag Meir student leadership group at the Shalem Academic Center, visited the public bus terminal in Armon Hanatziv to show solidarity and support for public transportation drivers.

The students spoke with drivers about the violence and abuse they face in their daily work. Some shared painful stories about colleagues who never returned to work after violent attacks. Others explained that many drivers view the profession as temporary and dream of moving into construction or other fields simply to avoid daily confrontations with violent and racist passengers.

One driver remarked, with both sadness and irony, that “the problem will be solved once there are no more Arab drivers.”

And yet, alongside the pain, there was also hope.

The drivers spoke about their desire to believe that not everyone is racist and that there are good people on all sides. They were deeply moved by the students’ gesture and warmly welcomed them. One driver even joked, “Last time you visited, you met every driver except me!”

Thank you to the drivers for their warm reception and for the essential service they provide every day. And thank you to our extraordinary students for bringing light, compassion, and hope to public servants who too often feel unseen.

Special thanks to the Itzkowitz Foundation for its support of Tag Meir student chapters and for helping empower the next generation of young leaders working to build a more just, respectful, and shared society.

24/05/2026

For all those who couldn’t join us at the Flower March of Tag Meir on Jerusalem Day 2026 — you were with us too.

Thanks to your support, flowers were purchased and handed out in your name. 🌸
Every flower carried a message of humanity, respect, and hope.

Watch the video and know that you were part of it. ❤️

24/05/2026

Senior leaders from the World Zionist Organization, the Jewish Agency, and KKL-JNF joined a moving solidarity visit, organized by Tag Meir, to meet with Yaqub al-Rabi in Bidya and Hussein Dawabshe in the village of Duma.

A painful reminder: Hussein Dawabshe lost his daughter, son-in-law, and infant grandson Ali in the horrific Jewish terror attack of July 31, 2015. Yaqub al-Rabi lost his wife, Aisha, in a Jewish terror attack on October 12, 2018.

Between Bidya and Duma, participants observed several recently established outposts in the northern West Bank and heard firsthand testimonies about the ongoing violence, intimidation, and harassment carried out against innocent Palestinian civilians.

These visits are not only about expressing solidarity with victims and bereaved families. They are also about bearing witness, listening, and refusing to look away from violence committed in our name.

Our sincere thanks to Dror Morag, Deputy Chair of the World Zionist Organization; Yizhar Hess, Vice Chair and Acting Chair of the World Zionist Organization; Yaron Shavit, Deputy Chair of the Jewish Agency; Gidi Eisen, Deputy Chair of KKL-JNF; Silvina Susana, Tammy Gottlieb, Nitzan Barak, Shir Kadmi, and Livna Tzalil for taking the time to join us, listen, and stand together for human dignity, justice, and moral responsibility.

24/05/2026

We visited Palestinian residents living near Atara, in Area B near Ramallah — an area under Israeli security responsibility.

We heard horrifying testimonies about daily harassment and violence by extremist Jewish terror gangs: abuse, humiliation, physical attacks, destruction of property, theft, and recently even cruelty toward animals — including cats and dogs.

The leaders of these groups are well known to the security authorities, yet too often it is the victims themselves who end up being detained.

A society that cannot protect innocent Palestinians from violence will ultimately fail, on the day it is truly tested, to protect Israelis as well.

24/05/2026

Yesterday in Jerusalem, hundreds of people took part in the Interfaith Peace March, walking together from King David Street to Jaffa Gate.

Jews, Muslims, and Christians marched side by side, united by a shared commitment to peace, justice, and human dignity.

At a time when division and fear often dominate the headlines, it was inspiring to witness people of different faiths coming together to demonstrate that another path is possible — one built on respect, compassion, and our common humanity.

We were proud to participate and stand alongside all those who believe that the future of Jerusalem, and of this land, depends on our ability to see one another not as enemies, but as partners in building a better tomorrow.

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24/05/2026

So wonderful to see people proudly sharing their Flower Parade experience. 🌸

In times when division and hatred often make the headlines, these moments remind us that kindness, human connection, and hope still have a powerful place in our streets and communities.

Thank you to everyone who marched, shared a flower, started a conversation, and helped spread a different message this Jerusalem Day. Together, we are growing a culture of respect, compassion, and shared humanity.

24/05/2026

A large delegation of friends and activists from Tag Meir and Standing Together visited attorney Saleh Naama last week after he was brutally assaulted by officers of the Israeli Police in his home in Be’er Sheva. The visit took place at his parents’ home in Deir al-Asad.

Saleh’s parents, relatives, neighbors and members of the community welcomed the delegation with the generosity and warmth so characteristic of Arab hospitality — coffee, tea, fruit and homemade pastries.

On a Friday night, police officers knocked on Saleh’s door. Suspecting they might be impostors, he called the police emergency line. According to Saleh, the dispatcher told him: “Do not open the door under any circumstances.”

The officers then broke into his home — without a search warrant — and violently beat him, punching him repeatedly in the face and throughout his body until he was bleeding heavily. They handcuffed him, dragged him to a police vehicle, and reportedly mocked him, saying: “Congratulations on your new face.”

For many hours, Saleh remained handcuffed at the police station and later at the hospital without receiving proper medical treatment, despite his swollen and bleeding face. Police initially claimed in court that body camera footage of the incident did not exist — a claim later exposed as false when the footage was found and released to the media, clearly showing that Saleh did not resist arrest.

We expressed our deep shock and outrage at this horrifying assault. But sadly, we were not surprised. Racism and unchecked violence within the police force have become increasingly normalized under the leadership of Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. We felt ashamed and heartbroken by this racist attack — a moral stain that affects all of us. It is our duty to speak out, protest, and stand firmly against violence and racism.

We wished dear Saleh a full and speedy recovery and success in pursuing justice and accountability. We promised him and his family that we will continue to stand beside them.

“You are not alone.”

Attorney Khalil Naama, Saleh’s father, thanked the delegation emotionally on behalf of the family:
“I don’t know how to thank you.”

Anyone who wants to meet an Arab-Israeli family that truly represents the very best of this country is invited to visit the Naama family in Deir al-Asad.

Sending Saleh strength, healing, and solidarity — on behalf of the many Israelis who still believe in peace, equality, and justice.

14/05/2026

More than 200 Tag Meir activists took part this morning in our Flower March through the Old City of Jerusalem.

We distributed 3,600 flowers to the shopkeepers and residents of the Old City who suffer each year from the nationalist and inflammatory march that passes through their streets on Jerusalem Day.

Activists entered the Old City through four gates: Jaffa Gate, the New Gate, Damascus Gate, and Herod’s Gate. Together with each flower, we handed out a leaflet in three languages explaining the purpose of the Flower March — that the nationalist and violent chants heard on this day do not represent Judaism or Israeli society, and that we cannot stand by while such acts are carried out in our name.

It was painful to see that many businesses did not open at all today. We left flowers and flyers on their locked doors. With other merchants, we had time to speak and explain that we believe peace will come through respect for others and the promotion of shared society and coexistence.

From time to time, groups of youths carrying flags passed through the alleys singing racist songs with shouting and provocation.

Activists came from all across Israel, including the eldest of the Tag Meir activists, Hanania Globman, over ninety years old, who traveled from Tel Aviv by public transportation. Also joining were Gabriela, a 5th-grade student from Modi’in, Benjy, a 5th-grade student from Jerusalem, and our youngest participant, Hillel, a 1st-grade student. Respect to all of them.

We hope we brought hope and light to the Arab, Muslim, and Christian residents and merchants of the Old City.

Photo: Yossi Zamir.

13/05/2026

🌹 Join Us tomorrow for the Flower March on Jerusalem Day 🌹
Thursday, May 14 (27 Iyar), at 10:00 AM, we will gather at Safra Square in Jerusalem and walk together with hundreds of volunteers through the alleys of the Old City.

We will distribute thousands of flowers of peace to Muslim and Christian residents and shopkeepers whose livelihoods will be affected later in the day by the closure of streets and shops because of the Flag March.

👈 Please bring cash with you to buy coffee, drinks, and souvenirs from the merchants of the Old City.

Can’t join the flower distribution but still want to support the event?
Support our crowdfunding campaign today — we are approaching 95% of our fundraising goal.
https://give.tag-meir.org.il/campaign/flowers26/
Come in peace.

“Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.” (Psalm 34:15)