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Arabs for Israel is a non-profit organization and advocacy movement founded in the mid-2000s by Nonie Darwish, an Egyptian-American author, activist, and former Muslim who converted to Christianity. The movement promotes Arab and Muslim support for Israel worldwide, challenging traditional anti-Israel narratives prevalent in these communities. It aims to foster reconciliation and dialogue between Arab and Israeli communities by highlighting shared values, historical contexts, and the benefits of peace. Through conferences, writings, public speaking, educational initiatives, and media outreach, the organization encourages Arabs to recognize Israel's right to exist and advocates for moderate voices within Arab societies that oppose extremism and terrorism. Drawing from Darwish's personal background growing up in Gaza and her experiences in the U.S., the group positions itself as a bridge-builder. However, it has faced controversy, with critics labeling it as divisive or propagandistic for its pro-Israel stance, particularly among Arab and Muslim audiences who view it as undermining Palestinian causes. The organization operates primarily in the United States but engages internationally through online platforms and partnerships, contributing to broader networks of pro-Israel advocacy, though its impact remains limited due to backlash in Arab communities.