Perspectives on Assisting African Refugees in Israel

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  • Itzhak Lander Sapir College, Hof Ashkelon, Israel

Abstract

This narrative relates the stories of a variety of Israelis who have come upon African refugees to Israel, and who have attempted to be of assistance. The author provides the reader with information on the reasons, scope and challenges associated with the recent movement of African refugees to Israel. The personal experiences and perspectives of refugees from Eritrea and Darfur provide further background. I relate the narratives of Israeli helpers: from the soldier who initially encounters the newcomer at the border, to the activist who is a catalyst for the development of culturally sensitive social services. The internal working models underlying their efforts are delineated and underscored. The meaning of their helping actions and sentiments within the complex Israeli socio-political context is explored. "The stranger that dwells with you shall be unto you as born among you. " - Leviticus 19:34

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Lander, I. (2014). Perspectives on Assisting African Refugees in Israel. Reflections: Narratives of Professional Helping, 17(1), 28–39. Retrieved from https://reflectionsnarrativesofprofessionalhelping.org/index.php/Reflections/article/view/633

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