The UN’s War On Jewish Jerusalem: A Denial of Indigenous Rights
The UN has shown a determination to sever all Jewish association with Jerusalem. This constitutes a denial of history, an infraction against self-determination under international law, and a violation of indigenous rights in ancestral lands.
Guest post - Jews and Cherokees: Indigenous case studies
London-based writer Michael Jacobson discusses the similarities between Jews and the Cherokee, as indigenous peoples.
Guest Post: Māori for Jewish Indigenousness
One of the most pernicious, false anti-Zionist claims of modern times is that the Jewish people of Israel are colonisers from Europe, foreign to the land which they have “stolen” from the indigenous Palestinians. This untrue narrative has increasingly taken root and many fervent pro-Palestinian supporters believe it.
Indigeneity of the Jewish people: Why it matters
One media outlet in New Zealand described Israel’s attempt to defend its citizens from a genocidal radical terrorist regime as colonialism. Nothing could be further from the truth. I wrote the following article for the Tablet to show that in fact, Jews are not foreign colonisers, but rather the indigenous people of Israel.
Guest Post: Keep the Fire Burning - Similarities Between Jews and Māori (A Jewish Perspective)
The Jews, particularly those living in the State of Israel, are an indigenous people who much like the Māori people, simply ask to be given the right to live un-harassed in our ancestral homeland.
To my Māori friends I say “Ahi kaa”, and to my Jewish brothers and sisters “L’shmor al hag’chelet”, keep the fire burning!
An indigenous view of Jewish indigeneity
Watch this fascinating interview between Eric George and Hon. Alfred Ngaro on what makes a person indigenous and why Jews should be considered indigenous.
Ngā Tapuwae: the sacred footsteps of kiwi soldiers in the land of Israel
Ngā Tapuwae translates to ‘the sacred footsteps’ and so today we remember those kiwi men who stepped into the theatre of war on foreign land and the sacrifice of life that was paid so that the world could be at peace.
Apartheid accusers “peddling in unhinged hate”
The Jewish people have endured existential threats for more than three thousand years. The apartheid smear is merely one manifestation of ancient Jew hatred, applied to the Jewish state.
He Poroporoaki mō Kaumatua Patrick Tupoto Manawakaiaia Ruka
A Mighty Tōtara has fallen: a tribute to Kaumatua Patrick Tupoto Manawakaiaia Ruka
Kaumatua Patrick Tupoto Manawakaiaia Ruka was truly a gift to all who knew him. The Indigenous Coalition for Israel whanau will miss his guidance, wisdom, knowledge and aroha. But his legacy remains.
Israeli Ambassador welcomed by Te Arawa Iwi
Kariana Black reports on the Business and Innovation Hui held on the prestigious Tamatekapua Marae in Rotorua. It was the first time Te Arawa iwi had formally welcomed an ambassador.
The Historical importance of Beersheba
Letter to Super Fund
The Indigenous Coalition For Israel has added its voice to that of many concerned citizens in objecting to the decision of NZ Super Fund to divest from Israeli Banks.
Guest Post: Jerusalem, Three Thousand Years of History
Professor Dov Bing, prepared this address for the Jerusalem 3000 Celebrations, in the presence of Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu and His Excellency, Mr Nissan Koren-Krupsky, Ambassador of Israel to New Zealand, Kimi Ora, Turangawaewae, New Zealand, Sunday, 4 August 1996.
Dr Tal Becker: The Significance of the Abraham Accords
One year on, Dr Tal Becker explains the significance of the Abraham Accords.
Guest Post: Jewish Connection to the Land of Israel
Shifra Horn discusses the Jewish connection to the land of Israel.
Guest Post: The Battle of Haifa
On 23 September, India and Israel commemorate the decisive Battle of Haifa. This Battle was in the final months of World War One in 1918. The Indian Brigade, in the last cavalry charge in history, liberated Haifa from the Ottoman Empire and the other Central Powers.
ICFI Collaboration with Indigenous Australians
We are excited to be forming an association with the Australian based, Indigenous Friends of Israel, headed by Norman and Barbara Miller.
From Ulpan to Te Kohanga Reo to Ulpan
I was intrigued to learn from John Rangihau that the Kōhanga Reo concept emerged from a visit he made to Israel in the late 1970’s.
MEDIA RELEASE: Indigenous Coalition Urges Closer Bi-lateral Relations with Israel
Indigenous Coalition For Israel urges New Zealand to follow the example of the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Morocco and pursue a closer bi-lateral relationship with Israel.