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"Honoring Distinguished Women on International Women’s Day"

The Advisory Forum for Local Councilwomen in Palestine (Takamul), in cooperation with the Ministries of Local Government and Women’s Affairs, and Al-Bireh Municipality, honored distinguished women activists on Wednesday in celebration of International Women’s Day. The event, held at the Children’s Happiness Center in Al-Bireh, was attended by Bassem Al-Khatib, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Women’s Affairs; Azzam Ismail, Mayor of Al-Bireh; Tareq Omeir, Director of the Local Government Directorate in Ramallah and Al-Bireh; and several local officials and community leaders.

Forum Chairwoman Yola Atrash Khair opened with a tribute to Palestinian women, honoring their sacrifices and struggle for freedom and equality. She emphasized the role of Palestinian women as steadfast guardians of the national cause and called for an end to discrimination and marginalization, advocating for full equality and empowerment across all fields.

Al-Khatib highlighted women’s vital contributions to both the national struggle and community development. He announced a new initiative aimed at supporting female breadwinners through financial grants for five ongoing projects, in collaboration with the National Bank, the Ministry of Local Government’s Gender Forum, and the Ministry of Women’s Affairs.

Mayor Ismail extended his congratulations on International Women’s Day, acknowledging Palestinian women’s sacrifices, especially in Jerusalem. Tareq Omeir also stressed the importance of enhancing women’s roles in local councils and decision-making processes, noting the challenges many women face within these institutions.

The celebration concluded with a traditional dance performance by the Asael Folk Dance Troupe, followed by an award ceremony recognizing women council members and distinguished women leaders.

"Interactive Digital Identity Workshop on Gender Issues"

The workshop aimed to equip local councilwomen with skills for engaging effectively with media and social media, using digital technology to raise awareness and advocate for women's rights from a gendered perspective. Participants explored strategies for building digital networks to advance the social, political, and legal status of women through digital platforms. The workshop, titled "Interactive Digital Identity on Gender Issues," focused on fostering a proactive digital presence to support gender-related causes and amplify women's voices across various media channels.

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Ms. Yola Atrash Khair, Chairwoman of the Takamul Advisory Forum for Local Council Members

Ms. Yola Atrash Khair, Chairwoman of the Takamul Advisory Forum for Local Council Members, welcomed an international delegation from various countries to introduce them to the challenges and hardships faced by the Palestinian people. The meeting provided insights into the daily struggles Palestinians endure, enabling the delegation to convey this reality to their home countries through their respective associations and organizations.

"Participation of Takamul Forum in the Regional Virtual Conference on Gender Networks and Experience Sharing"

The Takamul Advisory Forum proudly participated in the regional virtual conference titled "Gender Networks and Platforms: Sharing Experiences and Knowledge." This conference was part of the Women’s Empowerment in Decision-Making in the Middle East (LEAD) program, organized by GIZ on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development. The forum's involvement included a keynote address by Chairwoman Yola Khair, insightful remarks by Vice-Chair Dr. Rula Jarallah, and a presentation of key recommendations by Secretary Jihad Zahour, emphasizing Takamul’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and representation in decision-making.

Honoring Ahlam Samhan Wahash on International Women's Day and Mother's Day

On the occasion of International Women's Day and Mother's Day, the Takamul Advisory Forum, represented by its President Mrs. Yola Al-Atresh Khair, the Board of Directors, and local council members, honored the activist Mrs. Ahlam Samhan Wahash, President of the General Union of Palestinian Women, for her contributions and dedication to the Palestinian cause.

Launch of the Public Spaces Policy Paper by the Ministry of Local Government

On January 24, 2023, the Ministry of Local Government, led by Minister M. Magdy Al-Saleh, launched the Public Spaces Policy Paper for local councils, along with strategies for integrating gender requirements at the city level. This initiative is part of the "Haya" program, funded by the Government of Canada and implemented in collaboration with the UN-Habitat program. The project involves municipalities in Jenin, Nablus, Bethlehem, Beit Jala, Beit Sahour, Doha, Jericho, and Khan Younis. The Takamul Advisory Forum participated in this event to support the ongoing development of gender-sensitive local governance.

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