FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Palestine
Address
School str. AlBireh, Ramallah, PalestineCountry
City
RamallahProvince
RamallahMobile Phone
+970595131475Telephone
022967930Website
Click HereYear of Establishment
2002Contact Person1
Hani IsmairatJob Title 1
Executive DirectorContact Person 2
Faris SaidJob Title 2
Development and Leadership LeadOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Democracy and community development, Human rights, Youth and educationGeneral Information
Established in 2002, Ta’awon for Conflict Resolution is an independent, Palestinian non-profit organization dedicated to promoting peaceful methods of conflict resolution and transformation. Ta’awon works to strengthen dialogue, understanding, and cooperation among communities, youth, and local leaders across Palestine.
Mission and Objectives
Vision:
A peaceful, collaborative Palestine where local communities and individuals are empowered to transform conflicts into constructive dialogue and sustainable solutions.
Mission:
Our mission is to build peace in Palestinian communities through inclusive and nonviolent conflict transformation. Guided by the principles of democracy, mutual consent, and dialogue, Ta’awon fosters trust and collaboration among government, political, religious, and civil society actors to promote sustainable peace.
Main Projects / Activities
What We Do?
1)Dialogue, Mediation, and Arbitration Programs: Facilitate dialogues and mediation to resolve local conflicts and build community trust.
2)Training and Capacity Building: Equip youth and women with skills in conflict resolution, leadership, and civic engagement.
3)Peace Education and Awareness: Promote peace and civic responsibility through educational programs and campaigns.
4)Research and Advocacy: Map and analyze local peace initiatives, providing evidence-based recommendations for better governance.
5)Psychosocial Support: Strengthen emotional resilience to help communities manage conflicts constructively.
Signature projects:
Khobz wa Melh Project – Getting Together to Talk: Promotes dialogue and social resilience through education, training, and initiatives.
Dialogue and Mediation in Trade Unions: Builds conflict resolution mechanisms in labor unions to ensure workplace stability.
Shabab Live – Giving Youth a Voice through Media: Empowers youth to highlight community issues via a digital media platform.
Palestinian Women in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding: Strengthens women leaders to prevent conflicts and lead peace advocacy.
Good Governance Program: Equips youth to participate actively in democratic decision-making and governance.
Psychosocial Support for Jordan Valley Communities: Enhances community wellbeing through psychosocial support and innovative engagement tools
Impact:
Ta’awon’s work has created a measurable and sustainable impact across Palestinians by promoting conflict resolution, conflict transformation, conflict prevention, empowerment, good governance, and social accountability. Key evidence of our achievements includes:
Trained 6,000 youth and women in conflict resolution, conflict transformation, mediation, and leadership.
Facilitated 2500 community dialogue sessions, resolving conflicts and building cooperation.
Reached +50,000 students through peace education programs.
Produced tens of reports and advocacy briefs to support local peace initiatives and policies.
Provided psychosocial support, boosting resilience and constructive participation.
Partnered with +220 organizations for inclusive, sustainable community development.
Conduct +500 Advocacy campaigns.
Over 100 successfully implemented projects.
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
1. Sharing Expertise
Ta’awon can contribute its extensive knowledge in conflict transformation by offering training, workshops, and capacity-building sessions on mediation and dialogue facilitation. The organization can provide detailed case studies and practical lessons from its 100+ implemented projects in Palestinian communities, while also contributing to publications or knowledge hubs focused on peacebuilding and community engagement.
2. Participating in Regional Initiatives
Ta’awon can actively engage in cross-border projects and dialogue programs within the Euro-Mediterranean region, collaborating with other ALF members on shared objectives. The organization can also participate in thematic networks addressing youth empowerment, civic engagement, and interfaith dialogue, bringing its on-the-ground experience to regional initiatives.
3. Promoting Cultural Understanding
Ta’awon can highlight Palestinian perspectives and experiences in ALF’s intercultural dialogue initiatives. Through organizing local events and facilitating interactions, it can connect communities across the region, fostering mutual understanding, cultural exchange, and solidarity.
4. Collaborative Projects
Ta’awon can co-develop programs with other ALF members in areas such as peacebuilding, community resilience, and social cohesion. By sharing its tools, methodologies, and evaluation frameworks, the organization can help improve the impact, scalability, and sustainability of collaborative projects.
5. Advocacy and Representation
Ta’awon can represent Palestinian civil society perspectives in ALF forums and working groups, ensuring that local voices contribute to regional discussions. The organization can advocate for inclusive approaches in conflict transformation and dialogue policies, promoting practices rooted in dialogue, cooperation, and sustainable peace.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
Reasons behind joininf Anna Lindh are not limited to:
Mission Alignment: ALF’s focus on intercultural dialogue and mutual respect, and this matches Ta’awon’s goals of inclusive, nonviolent conflict transformation.
Networking Opportunities: Access to a wide network of organizations across tens of countries for partnerships, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
Increased Visibility: Membership raises Ta’awon’s international profile and showcases its work to donors and stakeholders.
Credibility Boost: Affiliation with a recognized Euro-Mediterranean network enhances organizational reputation.
Accessible Membership: Free and open to organizations committed to dialogue and cooperation.
Strategic Fit: Provides a platform to share experiences, learn best practices, and contribute to regional peace initiatives.