Misrachi-Identität und Protest in der israelischen Populärkultur

Lecture by Noam Zadoff, Institute for Contemporary History, University of Innsbruck as part of the exhibition "Yalla. Arab-Jewish Touches"

Noam Zadoff's lecture follows the history of the Mizrahim in Israel and the path of Mizrahi culture from the margins of society to its center - and into politics. Shortly after the founding of Israel, many Jews from Arab countries (Mizrahim) immigrated to the young state. Their lives had become increasingly difficult in their countries of origin after the Arab defeat in 1948 - and in the course of decolonization.

In Israel, however, they encountered the condescension of the Ashkenazim - the dominant section of society originating from Europe. The Arab-Jewish culture and language of the Mizrahim was described by the majority as 'primitive' and also identified with the Arab enemies. Over the years, however, the Mizrahi culture was absorbed into the Israeli mainstream and today much of the popular culture is defined by them.

Dr. Noam Zadoff teaches and researches at the Institute for Contemporary History at the University of Innsbruck.

An event in cooperation with the Institute for Contemporary History, Innsbruck