Scholars for Peace in the Middle East

A non-profit organization that seeks to promote peace in the Middle East through dialogue and education.

CCI Score

34.15

-0.11% May 31

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SPME President Comments on Trump’s Harvard Funding Cuts

As part of a high-profile discussion on Trump administration’s funding cuts to Harvard University, Scholars for Peace in the Middle East president Asaf Romirowsky called for elite institutions to engage in introspection and reform, suggesting that a 'middle of the road' approach is needed to address longstanding issues within academia.

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Scholars for Peace in the Middle East is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

APR

21

2025

SPME President Comments on Trump’s Harvard Funding Cuts
20.00

As part of a high-profile discussion on Trump administration’s funding cuts to Harvard University, Scholars for Peace in the Middle East president Asaf Romirowsky called for elite institutions to engage in introspection and reform, suggesting that a 'middle of the road' approach is needed to address longstanding issues within academia.
MAR

22

2023

Advocacy for Enhanced Protections for Jewish Students on Campuses
64.22

Scholars for Peace in the Middle East (SPME) joined 13 organizations in sending a letter to U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan, urging enforcement of civil rights protections to safeguard Jewish students from anti-Semitic harassment and discrimination on college campuses.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

April 21

By organizing and co-signing a letter to the Education Secretary calling for the enforcement of protections for Jewish students against anti-Semitic acts, SPME is actively engaging in a public and political behavior that promotes civil rights and counters discriminatory practices on campuses. This action supports the broader anti-fascist agenda by standing against hate and ensuring marginalized communities receive equal protection under the law.

Scholars for Peace in the Middle East Joins 13 Organizations to Press Education Secretary To Act on Anti-Semitism on College Campuses
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18

2010

Lebanon Grants Palestinians New Work Rights Covered by SPME
18.22

The article reports that Lebanon passed a law granting Palestinian refugees the right to work in the formal sector and access social security benefits, marking a significant though limited step toward improving labor conditions for a marginalized community. The coverage by Scholars for Peace in the Middle East highlights this progressive reform amidst longstanding discrimination.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

April 21

The law improving work rights for Palestinian refugees represents a major positive step in advancing labor rights and addressing systemic discrimination. By reporting on this development, Scholars for Peace in the Middle East supports a shift toward more equitable labor practices and increased social inclusion for a marginalized community.

Lebanon Gives Palestinians New Work Rights