IMPACT-se’s comprehensive report on Uzbekistan’s school textbooks highlights the country’s commitment to fostering tolerance and diversity. The study, based on an analysis of over 100 textbooks, examines how Jews, Judaism, the Holocaust, Israel, and the Arab-Israeli conflict are presented in Uzbekistan’s curriculum.Key findings reveal that the textbooks include a detailed discussion of Jewish beliefs, practices and traditions. There is also an overview of aspects of Jewish history, including the presence of Bukharan Jews and their cultural contributions. The Holocaust is accurately depicted although briefly mentioned, while Israel and the Arab-Israeli conflict is presented in a balanced fashion. The report underscores Uzbekistan’s broader efforts to promote interfaith harmony while also identifying areas for improvement.
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