Bereitstellung von überplanmäßigen Haushaltsmitteln zur Unterstützung der Partnerstadt Haifa

RAT/403/2024 X öffentlich nicht öffentlich Beschlussvorlage Betrifft: Bereitstellung von überplanmäßigen Haushaltsmitteln zur Unterstützung der Partnerstadt Haifa Fachbereich: 01/17 - Büro für Internationale und Europäische Angelegenheiten Dezernentin / Dezernent: Oberbürgermeister Dr. Stephan Keller Beratungsfolge: Gremium Sitzungsdatum Beratungsqualität Rat 12.12.2024 Entscheidung Beschlussdarstellung: Der Rat der Landeshauptstadt Düsseldorf stimmt der überplanmäßigen Bereitstellung von Haushaltsmitteln durch Frau Städtkämmerin Schneider in Höhe von €500.000, - zur Unterstützung der Partnerstadt Haifa zu. Sachdarstellung: Die Stadt Haifa, eine langjährige Partnerstadt Düsseldorfs, befindet sich seit den Angriffen der Hamas im Oktober 2023 in einer anhaltend prekären Sicherheitslage. Besonders durch den Raketenbeschuss aus dem Libanon wird die Bevölkerung Haifas in ihrem Alltag erheblich belastet. Zuletzt kam es zu einem besonders schwerwiegenden Vorfall, bei dem eine Rakete in eine Synagoge einschlug. Dieses Ereignis verdeutlicht die Dringlichkeit, die Zivilgesellschaft in Haifa nachhaltig zu stärken und friedensfördernde Maßnahmen zu unterstützen. Haifa steht symbolisch für die Verbundenheit zwischen den unterschiedlichen Völkern in Israel. Die Stadt zeichnet sich durch ein weitgehend friedliches Zusammenleben von jüdischen, muslimischen und christlichen Bevölkerungsgruppen aus. Gerade in Zeiten zunehmender Spannungen in der Region ist es von großer Bedeutung, solche Orte des Miteinanders zu unterstützen. Die Stadt Haifa hat die Landeshauptstadt vor diesem Hintergrund um eine finanzielle Unterstützung gebeten, die speziell zur Förderung von Arabisch - und Hebräisch Kursen an Schulen in Haifa eingesetzt werden soll (siehe Konzept anbei). Das Ziel dieser Maßnahme ist es, durch sprachliche Annäherung langfristig den Dialog zwischen den verschiedenen Bevölkerungsgruppen zu fördern und damit einen Seite 2 Beitrag zu einem friedlicheren Zusammenleben in der Region zu leisten. Diese Unterstützung steht im Einklang mit der partnerschaftlichen Verbundenheit Düsseldorfs mit Haifa und stellt einen aktiven Beitrag zur Stärkung einer gelebten Städtepartnerschaft dar. Die Landeshauptstadt Düsseldorf steht derzeit aufgrund der Besonderheiten dieser Initiative mit der Bezirksregierung Düsseldorf im Austausch über die Modalitäten. Eine Auszahlung wird erst nach Zustimmung der Bezirksregierung erfolgen. Anlagen: Arabic and Hebrew Language Studies program 5.12.24

Division of Education, Society, and Community Arabic and Hebrew Language Studies in Haifa's Jewish and Arab Elementary Schools Request for Support We kindly request your support for the implementation of the program for Arabic language and culture studies in Jewish elementary schools and Hebrew language and culture studies in Arab elementary schools. The program is designed to be experiential, focusing on spoken language as a gateway to fostering connections. Background Shared Life in Haifa Promoting coexistence among the various groups comprising Israeli society has become one of the most urgent and critical challenges for the country. The numerous societal divides-national, ideological, religious, and ethnic-alongside growing polarization and the lack of a culture of dialogue, pose a real threat to the future fabric of society in Israel. Haifa serves as a symbol of shared life in the country, a reality achieved through significant investment and attention to details that are far from self-evident. These efforts require ongoing maintenance and a commitment to advancing social cohesion. Education, culture, and community systems play a crucial role in fostering social cohesion by creating a respectful space for all identities and population groups. Cohesion does not mean erasing or blurring identities but rather recognizing diversity as an enriching force for society. Haifa's efforts in promoting coexistence are aligned with the vision of the city's leadership. The goal of the Shared Life program is to develop graduates who have a strong sense of self-identity, show respect toward those who differ from them, and are able to see commonalities rather than just divisions. These graduates will feel a sense of belonging, engagement, and responsibility toward society, while upholding values of justice, equality, and preserving heritage. The Arabic language and culture studies program in Jewish elementary schools, and Hebrew language and culture studies in Arab elementary schools, embody this spirit through an experiential approach focused on spoken, rather than literary, language-unlocking a world of connections. Educational Initiatives in Haifa for Promoting Coexistence Programs in Formal Education Bilingual Track: A growing bilingual curriculum from Grade 1 to Grade 12.1. Bilingual Kindergarten.2. Jewish-Arab Enrichment Center for Gifted Students: Located in Hadar.3. Arabic-Speaking Teachers in Grades 5 -6: Introducing not just the language but also 4. cultural norms and lifestyles. Division of Education, Society, and Community From the Wellsprings: A program developed by the Hartman Institute and jointly funded by 5. the Haifa Municipality. It fosters deep understanding of religious and cultural sources. Over 130 educators from Haifa's Jewish and Arab schools have participated. Getting to Know Haifa: Strengthening identity, belonging, and connection to the local 6. environment through exposure to heritage, public responsibility, and inter-community relationships. Jointly organized by the Haifa Municipality and Ma'arag. Advocacy Campaigns: City-wide media campaigns by the Haifa Municipality promoting 7. tolerance and reconciliation, featuring prominent Jewish and Arab figures. Joint High School Programs:8. Community Leadership: A collaboration between Basmat and Al-Mutanabbi schools.o Sports Collaboration: Between Al-Mutanabbi and The Hebrew Reali School.o Teacher Forums: Facilitated by the Hartman Institute between participating schools o (e.g., Ironi Hei and Sisters of Carmel). Shared Medical Studies: Between Ironi Alef and Al-Karama schools.o Elementary School Programs : Operated in schools such as Banim, Gabrieli, Ilanot, 9. Ahmadiyya, Akhwa, Al-Karama, Abdul Rahman, and Saint John's School. Relaxing Together: A newsletter and video by the Psychological Service addressing parents.10. Haifa as a Shared Classroom: Resilience-building teacher training (led by Beit HaGefen) 11. across participating schools. Programs in Non-Formal Education Young Leadership Program: Training for young leaders at youth centers across the city, 1. including both Jewish and Arab participants. Spoken Poetry: A group facilitated by the Tarbut youth movement, co-led by a Jewish and 2. Arab poet, aiming to publish a joint poetry book. Youth Football Tournament: Held twice annually with Jewish and Arab teams.3. Israeli Assembly: Dialogue circles for all youth movements discussing identity, belonging, and 4. other critical societal issues. Joint Activities by Jewish and Arab Youth Movements5. Joint Activities in Mixed Neighborhoods: Youth centers in mixed neighborhoods.6. Youth Movements Forum : A broad coalition of youth organizations.7. Shared Life Program by HaNoar HaOved VeHaLomed .8. Cost per annual hour: 10,000 NIS Total cost for the first academic year (400 hours): 4 million NIS Target Population: Elementary school students. Number of Beneficiaries in Year 1: 6,000 students (Jewish and Arab schools combined). Sincerely, Ilana Trook Head of Education, Society, and Leisure Administration