Elijah Kahlenberg

Elijah Kahlenberg is a Jewish-American peace activist and political analyst who has dedicated his efforts to promoting dialogue and understanding between different communities. He is the founder and President of Atidna International, an organization that fosters joint dialogue and peace initiatives between Jewish and Israeli students and their Arab and Palestinian counterparts on college campuses. Through this initiative, Kahlenberg aims to create a platform for students from diverse backgrounds to engage in constructive conversations and collaborate on peace-building projects.

In addition to his work with Atidna International, Kahlenberg serves on the Board of Directors of Roots – Judur – Shorashim, a unique organization that brings together Jews and Arabs in the West Bank to work towards mutual understanding, reconciliation, and nonviolence. His involvement with this organization reflects his commitment to promoting peaceful coexistence and cooperation between communities in conflict. Through his work with these organizations, Kahlenberg has established himself as a prominent figure in the field of peace activism, working tirelessly to promote dialogue, understanding, and nonviolent conflict resolution.