FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
Citizens for the Environment
National Network
Israel
Address
10 Hanapach KARMIEL 2165316 IsraelCountry
IsraelCity
KARMIELStreet address 2
10 HanapachMobile Phone
0547774198Telephone
049978837E-Mail (2)
suliemaniman@gmail.comE-Mail (3)
suliemaniman@gmail.comE-Mail (4)
suliemaniman@gmail.comWebsite
Click HereYear of Establishment
1990Contact Person1
Iman suliemanJob Title 1
Recourse Development CoordinatorContact Person 2
Jameela HardalJob Title 2
General DirectorOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Environment/Sustainable developmentGeneral Information
Citizens for the Environment (CFE) is an Israeli non-profit organization founded and registered in 1990. CFE has positioned itself as the national voice to represent the needs of the Palestinian community on issues related to the environment, climate change, and sustainability. In 2021, we became the only Arab organization eligible to file civil enforcement lawsuits against polluters. CFE envisions a just, resilient society where all citizens enjoy and have access to a clean and healthy environment, can make informed decisions on sustainable resource use, and take climate-safeguarding actions for the well-being and quality of life of this and future generations. OMission and Objectives
our mission is to promote climate justice, protect the right to a clean and healthy environment, and address the impacts of climate change and environmental hazards on the Palestinian community in Israel. We strive to achieve this through advocacy, empowering professional leadership and civil enforcement, and collaborative efforts that empower our community and bring about systemic change. Towards achieving this mission, we pursue the following objectives: 1. Advocate for national policies and strategies that effectively address the effects of environmental hazards and climate change on Israeli Arab communities. 2. Strengthen the operational capacities of Arab local authorities to tackle environmental hazards and climate change. 3. Engage local communities in addressing environmental crises and climate change issuesMain Projects / Activities
Community Activism Program: We equip Palestinian activists with the necessary resources, training, and expertise to amplify the voices of their communities. Additionally, we strive to improve access to information and hold accountable those responsible for pollution while supporting local environmental struggles. Building Capacity Program of the Local Governance Program: We strengthen the role of Arab local municipalities in delivering climate and environmental action and meeting the specific needs of their communities. Local authorities have a significant potential to address climate change and the ecological crisis since they know their communities and their responsibilities in law enforcement. Advocacy, Policy, and Rights Program: We follow up and monitor government environmental policies and strategies and increase the participation of the Arab community in decision-making on the national levelHow can you contribute to the Network in your country?
Citizens for the Environment (CFE) can contribute to global networks by: Sharing Knowledge: Disseminating research, reports, and data globally. Advocacy Model: Sharing strategies for policy influence and advocacy. Capacity Building: Offering insights on empowering local authorities. Community Engagement: Sharing community activism approaches. Legal Initiatives: Collaborating on legal actions against polluters. Media Impact: Sharing successful media engagement strategies. Data Sharing: Sharing environmental data and mapping expertise. Global Participation: Engaging in international events and conferences. Online Presence: Leveraging their website and social media for outreach.Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
CFE would join global networks to access resources, share knowledge, amplify impact, influence policies, learn from others, increase visibility, show solidarity, access expertise, and engage in collaborative projects.