Israel’s many ethnic and religious divisions are a mixed blessing: They create a rich cultural tapestry as well as seeds of discord. One small Israeli organization aims to teach youngsters diversity and tolerance through dolls.
Games 4 the Future, an educational nonprofit organization launched by jurist Gil Pacht in 2016, aims to foster familiarity, attentiveness, openness and positive attitudes toward the country’s different cultures among Israeli kindergartners. Their tools are a collection of dolls known as persona dolls, which have been used since the 1950s around the world for teaching young children.
