M-RCBG Senior Fellow-Led Study Group: Merav Shaviv
Monday, April 14 4:15-5:45 M-RCBG Conference Room: B-102
In this study group, we will explore the dimensions of the economic relationship between Israel and the Palestinians, focusing on the temporary economic agreement established in the 1994 Paris Protocol and its modifications over time. We will examine how the imbalance of power has influenced the Palestinian economy and contributed to economic disparities with Israel. Additionally, we will analyse alternative economic models proposed for future peace agreements, assessing their fairness and relevance within the framework of the “Partnership-Based Peace” paradigm.
Joining the discussion will be Merav's Research Assistants, vlog students Ali Anish and Anna Klingensmith.
This study group / discussion is open to all HUID holders. Registration is not necessary.
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Merav Shaviv's professional career began at the Budget Division of the Israeli Treasury, where she held the position of Head of the Labor and Social Affairs Budgets. In this capacity, she played a pivotal role in implementing extensive structural reforms within the labor market. Her efforts focused on introducing new regulations designed to facilitate the reintegration of unemployed individuals into the workforce and reducing the reliance on foreign workers. From 2003 to 2019, Merav held significant roles within the Council for Higher Education in Israel, initially as Deputy Director General for Budgeting and later as Deputy Director General for Planning and Policy. Her tenure was marked by shaping policies and driving reforms across various critical domains within the Israeli higher education system, including formulating multi-year strategic plans for the Israeli HE system, planning the opening of new degree programs of public academic institutions, a holistic reform to increase access to higher education for the Arab minority, a program to increase research infrastructure and more. Through her work, Merav participated in numerous professional committees and forums and contributed to strategic discussions and initiatives. During 2019-2020, Merav was a Senior Fellow at M-RCBG, where she focused on Gap Year programs for career development of Israeli Arab youth, in cooperation with the Israel Democracy Institute. This research culminated in practical outcomes when the Israeli government allocated substantial funding and established a dedicated entity to implement these programs. Since 2020 Merav has worked as a strategic consultant for various organizations on public and social policy issues. During 2024-2025, her second year as a Senior Fellow at M-RCBG, Merav will focus on a new initiative aimed at implementing the paradigm of "Partnership - Based Peace," emphasizing economic and social aspects. This initiative stems from the need for alternative perspectives to promote a resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly following the events of October 7th and the subsequent war. Her faculty sponsor is Prof. Tarek Masoud, the Ford Foundation Professor of Democracy and Governance at Harvard Kennedy School. Merav holds a BA in Economics and Statistics from the Hebrew University and an MBA in Business Administration from Bar-Ilan University. Merav's faculty sponsor is Tarek Masoud, the Ford Foundation Professor of Democracy and Governance at Harvard Kennedy School. Email: mshaviv@hks.harvard.edu