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.
Indigenous Gatherings in Israel
A number of Pacific and Māori communities had, over a long period, spoken of a “deep sea canoe vision” from the Pacific to Israel.
Eric George: Jews are Indigenous to Israel
Eric George discusses the indigenous Jewish connection to the land of Israel.
Global on-line event celebrates Israel, opposes Durban conference
The objective was to demonstrate worldwide support for Israel at a time when the United Nations is planning to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the failed Durban World Conference against Racism…
Media Release & Letter to Mahuta: NZ Must Say No To Durban Conference
Less than a month out from the infamous Durban conference, former National Party MP, Hon Alfred Ngaro has spoken out on the government’s equivocation over whether NZ will attend the 20th anniversary of a conference that purported to address racism and tolerance, but quickly descended into an antisemitic hate-fest.
