Author Archives: Elza

"Ana Falistini" — I am Palestinian!

Dr. Don Beck addressing 700 Palestinian Leaders mostly from Fatah at the Nation-Building Convention Feb. 2, 2008. In his speech to the Fatah 21 Movement, Dr. Beck focused on the theme “Palestine 21, Palestine first!” “For the political ‘Road Map’ … Continue reading

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A Palestinian Nation Building Movement for the 21st Century

A Palestinian nation-building movement for the 21st Century has been born. (click on any photo to enlarge) Close to 700 Palestinians came together earlier this month in Bethlehem, the West Bank “city of new beginnings” in Palestine, to plan their … Continue reading

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News from our Middle East trip Jan/Feb 2008

Just a short note to let you know that Dr. Don Beck and I have just returned from the Middle East where we have some very exciting news, pictures, audio, and videos that we will start sharing with you here … Continue reading

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What Should Bush Do in Palestine?

(This article was sent as an Op-Ed to the New York Times and Dallas Morning News) When Air Force One soars across the Mediterranean shoreline and touches down at Ben-Gurion Airport in Israel, President George W. Bush’s team had a … Continue reading

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A Close-Up of Syrian Culture: an Integral Perspective

I just came back from a trip to Syria where I had a closer view of the vMemetic (Value-systems) structure of Syrian society. Consulting on a project with the EU, in Bosra-Syria, I was privileged to have access to a … Continue reading

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A New Approach to "Giving" and Philanthropy

Dr. Don Beck wrote a timely piece about the different types of Philanthropic foundations with a specific focus on the newly emerging form called “MeshWORKS.” Beck says: “Different foundations exist for different reasons, and serve multiple purposes for the people … Continue reading

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From Syria To Singapore: Our Center’s Activities for July

Dr. Beck and I had a busy schedule in July. While Dr Beck’s presentations and meetings in many countries had a wider scope and focus on Global Change ” From Clash to Confluence of Civilizations,” with an emphasis on the … Continue reading

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United Nations Presentation Met With Great Success…

Dr Beck Designs A United Nations Global Action Plan for Human Emergence & Elza Maalouf presents a Model for Palestine 21 On June 21st, 2007, Dr. Beck and I spoke at the Values-Caucus at the United Nations to a standing … Continue reading

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Guest Blog: By Maysa Gayyusi-Palestine Integral Committee-Ramallah

“I am burning inside and Gaza is burning outside” Ula, my friend in Gaza, is now a terrified mother of three, hiding at her parent’s house and hovering over her children to protect them from harm. When I talked to … Continue reading

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Fatah 21: A Crucial Plan at A Crucial Momement

Integral Plan to help Fatah lead the Palestinians towards a SuperOrdinate Vision …With president Abbas dissolving the Unity Government today.…The Arab and International Community want to see Fatah lead the Palestinians towards a lasting peace Never before has Fatah needed … Continue reading

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