About European association of israel studies (eais)
The European Association of Israeli Studies (EAIS) is a non-profit organization that aims to promote and advance the study of Israel in Europe. The association was founded in 1982 and has since then been dedicated to fostering academic research, teaching, and public discourse on Israel-related topics.
EAIS brings together scholars from various disciplines such as history, political science, sociology, anthropology, literature, and cultural studies who share an interest in Israel. The association provides a platform for these scholars to exchange ideas and collaborate on research projects. EAIS also organizes conferences, workshops, seminars, and other events that bring together academics from different countries to discuss current issues related to Israel.
One of the main objectives of EAIS is to encourage young scholars who are interested in Israeli studies. To achieve this goal, the association offers scholarships for graduate students who wish to pursue research on Israel-related topics. EAIS also supports the publication of academic journals and books that focus on Israeli studies.
EAIS has established partnerships with other organizations around the world that share its mission. These partnerships have enabled EAIS members to participate in joint research projects with colleagues from other countries. They have also facilitated collaborations between European scholars and their counterparts in Israel.
The association's website serves as a hub for information about upcoming events related to Israeli studies as well as news about recent developments in this field. It features articles written by members of the association on various aspects of Israeli society such as politics, culture, religion or history.
In addition to its academic activities, EAIS is committed to promoting dialogue between Israelis and Europeans at large through cultural exchanges programs or public lectures series featuring prominent speakers from both sides.
Overall EAIS plays an important role in advancing knowledge about Israel among European academics while fostering cross-cultural understanding between Israelis and Europeans more broadly speaking.