Lessons in Leadership

This book celebrates Advocate Zaki Kamal's decades-long academic, legal and social journey as a visionary leader, chairman of the board of directors, and the governor of the Arab Academic College of Education (AACE). It honors his efforts to advance higher education among Arabic-speaking populations, particularly through the academization of the AACE, which now grants Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Founded in 1949, the AACE is the first Arab academic institution in Israel, with its graduates comprising over 60% of the Arab educational workforce.The book highlights Zaki Kamal's dedication to bridging academia with marginalized communities through his unwavering commitment to human dignity and academic excellence as foundational principles for a thriving, pluralistic society. Among his unique practical and academic contributions is his connecting of education and law, two areas sometimes seen as disparate, through his deep knowledge of both. He steadfastly championed absolute equality, especially empowering Arab women based on merit.Zaki Kamal's journey, rooted in his early activism at Hebrew University, includes leadership roles in legal and cultural institutions like Beit HaGefen and the Bar Association. As an author, he has published fourteen books on education, society, politics, and law. His guiding principle is the elevation of all citizens through education, fostering intellectual and economic independence. This book, enriched by testimonials, reflects on a life measured by profound accomplishments and a future-conscious vision promoting existence together, knowledge, and women's empowerment.

Prof Randa Khair Abbas, President of the Arab Academic College for Education, Israel, holds a PhD in Philosophy from Bar Ilan University, Israel. She previously served as Dean of Academic Studies and Head of Advanced Studies. A visiting lecturer and research fellow at institutions such as Westminster College, UK, and Brandeis, USA, she has internationally published research and books that focus on identity formation in multicultural societies, higher education, leadership and related areas. She is also a member of the Minister of Education's Advisory Committee.Dr Hiba Hamarshi holds a PhD in English Linguistics and Sociolinguistics from Bar Ilan University, serves as Head of the Master's in English Education program, and is an academic lecturer at the AACE. Her expertise focuses on minority languages, language policy, attitudes, and diversity. Recent research includes 'The Linguistic Ecology and Ideology of the Druze Community' and 'Language Preferences among Hearing Parents of Deaf Children'. She is also a member of the Steering Committee of the Higher Education in Israel Network of English Teachers.