Jerusalem Notebook

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Education Al-Quds Graduates Shine with Research Publication on Rare Genetic Disease

Four Palestinian graduates of Al-Quds University contribute to knowledge of a rare and serious disease.

Who Are the Palestinians of Jerusalem? “Humankind Is My family”: Mahmoud Jiddah Reflects on the Connection between Jerusalem and Its People

Mahmoud Jiddah struggled for years to define his identity. Eventually, he found the answers.

Manbat: A Bold New Civil Society Research Platform Takes Root in Jerusalem

Two Palestinian women launch a research platform and community hub in their cherished hometown.

Education Emleson School: Championing Community through Education

This women-initiated community project evolved into a facility that nurtures children from nursery school through grade 8.

The Center for Jerusalem Studies: A Research Beacon Preserving Palestinian Heritage in Jerusalem’s Old City

Located in the Old City, Al-Quds University’s Center for Jerusalem Studies trains the next generation on Jerusalem’s rich past. 

 

The Young Women’s Christian Association of Jerusalem—A Haven for Life

A welcoming space for women of all ages in Sheikh Jarrah, cherished for more than a century.