Torn by war, Israelis and Palestinians tie their fortunes together
A new cohort of Israeli and Palestinian entrepreneurs is participating in the 50:50 Startups program, despite challenges posed by ongoing conflict. The program aims to foster collaboration and understanding between the two groups through joint business ventures. Entrepreneurs like Salah Hussein and Yana Shaulov are determined to overcome historical tensions and work towards a more peaceful future.
- ▪The 50:50 Startups program includes mixed teams of Israeli Jews, Israeli Arabs, and Palestinians.
- ▪Salah Hussein, a Palestinian entrepreneur, is focused on using AI to improve greenhouse pest management.
- ▪Yana Shaulov, an Israeli molecular biologist, believes that coexistence is essential for the future.
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National Torn by war, Israelis and Palestinians tie their fortunes together May 24, 20265:00 AM ET By Tovia Smith This year's cohort of Israeli and Palestinian entrepreneurs taking part in 50:50 Startups is smaller than usual, because the war prevented many from travelling. 50:50 co-founder Amir Grinsteen (third from right) founded the program seven years ago, believing that building businesses together would also build lasting bridges, that could advance the cause of peace. Dena Yadin hide caption toggle caption Dena Yadin BOSTON - Salah Hussein was 11 years old when he was woken up in the middle of the night by Israeli soldiers in his family home in Nablus in the West Bank. It left him traumatized and terrified for years. It was "triggering" to see any Israeli in uniform, he says.
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