Youth group
The Youth Group at Ibda’a Institution in Dheisheh Refugee Camp – Bethlehem is considered one of the oldest and most important departments within the institution. It represents the first organized framework of youth work that later became the foundation for many cultural, sports, and community development programs. The group was established with the aim of empowering young men and women in the camp, providing them with a safe space to actively participate in community life, develop their leadership skills, and strengthen their sense of initiative and teamwork, in line with Ibda’a Institution’s vision of building an aware, proactive generation capable of positive change.
The Youth Group organizes and coordinates a wide range of activities and programs targeting young people, such as training workshops, awareness sessions, volunteer initiatives, and cultural, social, and sports events. It also contributes to preparing and training young leaders within the camp through capacity-building programs focused on leadership, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, while also promoting civic engagement and participation in issues relevant to the local community.
The group includes an active youth team of both males and females from different age categories, working within a flexible organizational structure based on committees and volunteer teams. This allows broad participation of young people in planning and implementation processes. The group is also directly connected to other departments within Ibda’a Institution, serving as a bridge between cultural, sports, and social activities, and contributing to the implementation of various youth-oriented programs.
Main Achievements of the Youth Group – Ibda’a Institution:
Establishing one of the oldest organized youth departments within Ibda’a Institution
Training and empowering dozens of young men and women in leadership and community work
Implementing numerous workshops and awareness programs in social, cultural, and developmental fields
Launching and supporting various youth-led volunteer initiatives in Dheisheh Refugee Camp
Enhancing youth participation in the institution’s cultural, sports, and social activities
Building a network of young leaders who later contributed to different community organizations and programs
Promoting a culture of volunteerism and community belonging within the camp
Overall, the Youth Group at Ibda’a Institution represents a key pillar of the organization’s community work. Over the years, it has played a major role in empowering young people, building their capacities, and transforming their energy into positive and impactful initiatives that serve the local community, making it one of the most important drivers of youth work in Dheisheh Refugee Camp.
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