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"Our Power Is Our Pain"
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Palestinian Bassam Aramin and Israeli Robi Damelin are unlikely allies. But they share a powerful bond - the loss of a child to the ongoing conflict. Today the joint spokespeople for the Parents Circle Family Forum travel the world sharing their personal stories as impassioned cries for peace, understanding, and reconciliation in the Middle East.
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‘A Matter of Life and Death’: USAID Administrator Power advocates for increased humanitarian aid in Gaza and regional stability
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USAID Administrator Samantha Power traveled to Israel and the West Bank in late February to focus attention on the urgent humanitarian crisis in Gaza, advocate for greater protection of civilians and humanitarian workers, and advance the U.S. commitment to long-term stability in the region.
Localization - 5 Ways USAID/West Bank Gaza Supports Local Partners for a More Sustainable Impact
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The future success of the West Bank and Gaza depends on the Palestinians who work every day to move the needle on the multitude of issues facing their societies. USAID’s role is to be a partner and champion of these local actors. USAID provides tools to empower local organizations to be influential changemakers - while also listening to and learning from them to enhance our own approach to development.
Palestinian Youth - Future Leaders and Partners in Development
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Youth are community leaders and USAID is partnering with them to develop their communities. Youth represent 30% of Palestinian society. They also have the highest rates of unemployment. To counter this, USAID promotes economic empowerment and entrepreneurship by increasing employability and offering skills training directly related to job opportunities.
USAID is proud to support Palestinian youth leaders working to empower other youth, and to address and advocate for core issues that impact their communities. Below are stories of some amazing Palestinian youth who are taking the lead and making an impact.