As part of the project "Enhancing the Resilience of Palestinian Households in Rural Communities in the West Bank through Livelihood and Protection Interventions", funded by Danish Muslim Aid and implemented by Taawon in partnership with the Agricultural Development Association (PARC), Nablus Governorate witnessed a series of impactful initiatives aimed at empowering women and fostering agricultural awareness among children.
'Little Hands': Greening Campaigns in Nablus Villages
Taawon and PARC launched a series of greening campaigns under the title "Little Hands" in the villages of An-Naqura, Bizzariya, Qusin, Burqa, and Duma. These campaigns aimed to engage children and their families, encouraging them to embrace agriculture while fostering a sense of belonging and environmental stewardship from an early age.
The activities included planting ornamental and fruit trees at various locations across the villages, with widespread participation from children, their families, village councils, young volunteers, and members of village protection committees. Representatives from both Taawon and PARC also actively contributed to the initiative.
This effort forms part of a larger series of greening activities planned in five additional locations in the Jordan Valley, reflecting the project’s commitment to enhancing the resilience of rural communities and advancing sustainable development in Palestine.
Empowering Women in Duma through Small Projects
In line with the same project, Taawon and PARC signed 13 agreements to support women-led small businesses in the village of Duma.
The event was inaugurated by the Head of the Duma Village Council, Mr. Suleiman Hassan, who commended Taawon and PARC’s efforts in supporting rural development and emphasized the importance of empowering women in the community.
Ms. Suhair Odeh, West Bank Programs Manager at Taawon, highlighted the significance of the initiative, emphasizing Taawon’s unwavering commitment to promoting women’s empowerment and achieving sustainable development through targeted interventions.
PARC Board Member, Mr. Sameeh Mohsen, expressed his pride in contributing to supporting female-headed households, particularly under the current political and economic challenges. PARC Director General, Mr. Munjed Abu Jayyash, reaffirmed that the agreements reflect PARC’s mission to empower women economically by supporting their agricultural and income-generating projects.
The project aims to improve the livelihoods of 100 female-headed households across ten targeted communities in Nablus and the Jordan Valley by providing an integrated package of activities, including capacity-building programs, technical assistance, and financial support. This holistic approach seeks to enable women to establish or develop their projects and effectively market their products.
These initiatives reflect Taawon’s and PARC’s shared vision in strengthening the resilience of rural communities. By combining efforts to empower women economically and foster agricultural awareness and environmental stewardship among children, the project underscores its commitment to sustainable development and a brighter future for Palestinian rural areas.
