This publication documents the collaborative efforts of the "Jerusalem-Berlin-Forum" (JBF), initiated by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, which brought together Palestinian, Israeli, and German experts...
This publication documents the collaborative efforts of the "Jerusalem-Berlin-Forum" (JBF), initiated by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, which brought together Palestinian, Israeli, and German experts to explore lessons from Berlin's division and reunification for Jerusalem's transition from conflict to peace. The project involved workshops in Berlin and Jerusalem between 2001 and 2004, where teams exchanged insights on the dynamics of divided cities, focusing on integration, urban planning, and conflict resolution. The first volume analyzed the historical causes of conflict, while the second volume, Divided Cities in Transition II, examines contemporary transformations in both cities and proposes models for peaceful coexistence. Drawing on Berlin's unification experience, the teams identified barriers, strategies, and future-oriented frameworks for Jerusalem's transition, emphasizing the concept of an open, undivided city serving as the capital of two states. This dialogue not only shaped visions for Jerusalem but also prompted re-evaluations of Berlin's integration process, generating new perspectives for both cities.