The YWCA of Palestine

Who We Are

The YWCA of Palestine is a non-governmental association initiated in 1893 by informal groups of Christian women and was formally established in Jerusalem in 1918.
Our Vision

Women, especially young women as decision-makers, are agents of change and leaders in a society where equality, freedom, tolerance, justice, peace and dignity are promoted.
Our Mission

The YWCA of Palestine empowers women and youth to demand, exercise and protect their economic, social and political rights.

Economic Empowerment

Programs under this thematic area are intended to empower women to demand their rights from duty bearers and at the same time create employment opportunities through vocational training programs and e...

Leadership & Civic Engagement

As a youth centered organization, the YWCA offers safe spaces for youth, especially young women, to grow, learn and engage. We also strives to build the knowledge and capacity of young people around t...

Just Peace

The YWCA of Palestine strives to build women's, and youth, especially young women's, capacities and understanding of human rights and UNSCR1325 as well as UNSCR2250 to enable them to effectively influ...