Activists and Children Unite for Palestinian Education Rights in Jordan Valley
Translated & summarized from Panet by baba
Dozens of Arab and Jewish activists and over 100 Palestinian children participated in a solidarity and recreational event in the northern Jordan Valley focused on supporting the right to education and family resilience.
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- Event supported Palestinian children's right to education in Jordan Valley.
- Over 100 children and 50 Arab and Jewish activists attended.
- Activities included recreation, arts, and distribution of school supplies.
- Initiative aims to bolster family resilience against settler violence.
- Participants emphasized solidarity and direct action for rights.
A solidarity and recreational event was held in the northern Jordan Valley on Friday, organized by the "Hurriya" initiative in collaboration with "Peace Partnership" organizations. The event aimed to support the right of Palestinian children to education and bolster the resilience of local families facing settler violence and Israeli restrictions.
Approximately 50 Arab and Jewish activists participated alongside over 100 children from various areas in the Jordan Valley. The program featured water activities, storytelling, artistic performances, face painting, and the distribution of gifts and school supplies. The initiative is part of a project to enhance "psychological immunity."
Omar Faiha, head of the Ein al-Beida village council, praised the initiative for providing a safe space for children's recreation and self-expression, noting the lack of such activities for Jordan Valley children while their families endure settler attacks and daily life restrictions.
Lawyer Samih Araki stated that "Hurriya" focuses on strengthening families' resilience through field presence, child support, and building solidarity networks, rather than direct confrontation with settlers. He emphasized that resilience building includes breaking the isolation of Jordan Valley residents and amplifying their voices.
Sulafa Makhoul, a student activist from Tel Aviv University and co-coordinator for "Peace Partnership," highlighted the event's message that education is a right for every child. She added that the participation of Arab and Jewish activists helps raise awareness about life in the Jordan Valley and transforms solidarity into direct action.
The event included artistic contributions from various figures, including artists Hayam Dhiab and Issa Nimr, and performers from the Clown Foundation. A parallel discussion session with Jewish activists focused on supporting Palestinian children's right to education, enhancing family resilience in the West Bank, and increasing participation in initiatives against settler violence.