MoSD Discusses Strengthening Partnership with the Center for Talents and Creativity of Children and Youth Association
Dr. Samah Hamad, Minister of Social Development and Minister of State for Relief Affairs, met today with a delegation from the Center for Talents and Creativity of Children and Youth Association, which included Mr. Shaker Dawla, Chairman of the Board of Directors; Ms. Manal Nawfal, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Ismail Hamoudeh, Board Member; and Mr. Mohammad Abu Rahma from the Public Relations and Media Department. The meeting was attended by Mr. Mohammad Saleem, Director General of the General Directorate of Associations, and focused on strengthening cooperation and partnership between the Ministry and civil society organizations to better serve children and youth and advance community development programmes.
The meeting introduced the work of the Center for Talents and Creativity of Children and Youth Association and highlighted its mission, programmes, and activities as one of the Palestinian civil society organizations dedicated to identifying and nurturing the talents of children and young people. Through cultural, artistic, educational, and training programmes, as well as community initiatives, the Association seeks to develop life and leadership skills, foster creativity, innovation, volunteerism, and civic engagement, thereby empowering children and youth and preparing them to play an active role in serving their communities.
The Association also presented its services provided in villages west of Ramallah and in the city of Beitunia. It briefed the Minister on its ongoing summer camp programme, currently implemented in five locations—Beitunia, Ein Arik, Deir Ibzi', Kafr Ni'ma, and Ras Karkar—which benefits approximately 500 children. The two sides also explored opportunities for future cooperation to better serve target groups and promote community development.
Dr. Hamad emphasized that the Ministry of Social Development places great importance on strengthening partnerships with civil society organizations, recognizing them as key partners in implementing social programmes and reaching diverse beneficiary groups. She stressed the importance of joining efforts to launch innovative initiatives that invest in the potential of children and youth, foster their creativity, and provide them with a supportive environment that contributes to building a generation capable of advancing community development.
For their part, members of the Association’s delegation expressed their appreciation for the Ministry’s cooperation and openness to expanding partnerships with civil society organizations. They reaffirmed their commitment to broadening areas of joint cooperation in support of children and youth and to implementing high-quality programmes and initiatives that promote community development and respond to the needs of target groups.