A Partner for Progress -- Ambassador Shapiro visits Bedouin Communities in the Negev
Channel: U.S. Embassy Jerusalem
Date: 2012-12-07

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Ambassador Shapiro brought messages of continued friendship and partnership to the Bedouin communities of the Negev during his visit on December 5. The Ambassador highlighted the Embassy's many projects and partnerships with the Bedouin communities of the South that help them improve English ability, empower Bedouin women economically and socially, and promote good will and cooperation between the Jewish and Arab communities of the South. Ambassador Shaprio also enjoyed learning about Bedouin culture and life in his visit with the mayor of Rahat, the largest Bedouin city in Israel, and his visit to Embassy-supported women's weaving and embroidery projects in Laqiya.
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