Meet Tia. She is a volunteer in TYO’s Fall 2024 Education Program. She is passionate about music and with a special talent for languages. Her experience at TYO has been positive and rewarding for she feels like she is learning something new every day, while giving back to the community.
Read MoreMeet Dana. She is a recent graduate from An Najah University, and a volunteer at this fall. She is passionate about volunteering and serving her community. In the Early Childhood Education Program, she is sharing her experiences and skills with children, instilling in them the importance of education at an early age, and helíng shape a brighter future for the next generation in Palestine.
Read MoreMeet Khawla. She is a social worker from Nablus with a strong passion for learning and making a difference in her community. She first joined TYO in 2017 as a volunteer, and her hard work and dedication earned her a QFFD scholarship to continue her education. Her journey so far has shaped her into a confident and inspiring leader among her peers.
Read MoreLast June, TYO joined forces with STEMpire to inspire the youth in Palestine to develop digital solutions for pressing issues in mental health, education, and entrepreneurship. The 3-day MindLink Hackathon, held at our Innovation Hub, brought together 30 Palestinian youth from different backgrounds to discuss ideas that could bring real positive and sustainable change. The two winning teams are now receiving training and mentoring to refine and advance their projects, before launching day in October.
Read MoreWhat if you could visualize your dream and capture it in a moment? For 7th graders at TYO this summer, this idea became a reality through the “Picturing Your Dream” project. Equipped with new skills in photography, these youth transformed their aspirations into powerful visual stories and were inspired to see their futures through a more hopeful lens.
Read MoreStudents in 7th and 8th grades at TYO took part in an exciting new project this summer: ‘Scouts Week’. Aimed at providing them with an immersive experience combining adventure and learning, this initiative was also a lifeline. In a time when these young students endure numerous hardships, Scouts Week offered a respite, a sense of community, and an opportunity to build skills while having fun.
Read MoreAs an educator in Palestine, I have witnessed the transformative power of education. My goal is to make education a safe haven for all, ensuring everyone has access to quality education and equal opportunities to grow and develop. I hope my work contributes to youth achieving their dreams and making a positive impact in their communities.
Read MoreMeet Yousef. Freshly graduated in Computer Engineering, at TYO he combines his passion for learning new skills, meeting new people, and supporting the community where he grew up, by teaching computing to children, youth, and women, and assisting our team in integrating technology and education.
Read MoreMeet Ezz. He’s a 12-year-old from Nablus. He is passionate about music and cooking. At TYO, he feels free to just be himself and explore his creativity, while having fun with his friends.
Read MoreAs an intern, my initial fears revolved around whether I could provide the education these children deserved. But as the days unfolded, those fears transformed into a deep bond with my students. It's hard to imagine not seeing their excited faces and sharing in their learning journey each day.
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