Circassian

Israel launches NIS 15 million initiative to bring Druze, Circassians into tech industry

The NIS 15 million ($4.69 million) initiative aims to support technological entrepreneurship and connect aspiring entrepreneurs to high-tech companies, academia, investors, and professional mentors.

ISRAELI AND Druze flags at the entrance to the northern Druze village of Hurfeish on November 29 2023.
 Ba Li Galil in the Galilee.

After long absence, Galilee festival returns to celebrate local Jewish, Druze, Arab communities

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Druze, Circassian IDF soldiers deserve extra real estate benefits for land ownership

 A sign depicting Syrian Druze leader Sheikh Hikmat al-Hajri is seen in Sweida, Syria February 25, 2025.

Israeli gov't approved five year plan for Druze, Circassian communities in the north


Crystal clear

Dania Shumaf, the first Circassian novelist to take part in Hebrew Book Week, says she received wide support from her male-dominated village.

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NIS 350m. plan approved for Beduin in North

The initiative calls for spending NIS 70m. on education including for toddlers and for youth at risk, and NIS 40m. for new classrooms.

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NIS 680 million allocated to Druse, Circassian sectors

Majority of funds to go for education, housing and welfare; funds to also be invested in employment training and encouraging small businesses.

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Sinai Says: Natcho’s story a lesson in resiliency

Born and raised in Kfar Kama, one of only two Circassian villages in Israel, Bibras Natcho has carried the hopes of an entire community.

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