David works as a Program Director for PeacePlayers International in Jaffa, Israel, helping to unite Arab and Jewish children through the game of basketball. He assists local coaches, finds sponsors, and organizes joint practices and tournaments to allow Jewish and Arab children to meet, develop friendships, and learn life skills like communication, respect, and teamwork. In his role, David helps address social and cultural divisions in the region through basketball programs.

5. Jaffa

6. With…

7. Middle East

9. … through the game of basketball

11. … assists local coaches

12. …coordinates volunteers

14. … researches and composes grants

16. … organizes high energy and fun joint practices called Twinnings

17. Twinnings teach life skills Jaffa Twinning Themes 07-08 Communication Hard work Respect Listening Sportsmanship Teamwork Life Skills

19. … meet and develop friendships

21. … helped lead a group of Arab and Jewish PeacePlayers on a trip to the U.S.

23. …studies Arabic

25. and hangs out with his fellow Program Directors

27. Mentoring Developing Leaders Friendships Bridging Divides Changing Perceptions Learning about different cultures Coaching Building Community Playing Basketball Social Action Projects Making a Difference Teaching Life Skills Building Self Esteem Tournaments Twinnings Clinics