Wi'am: The Palestinian Conflict Transformation Center

18/06/2026

عقد مركز وئام لقاءً لمجموعة من المجتمع المدني، أدارته الأديبة ومربية الأجيال الاخت جلوريا ناصر.

بدأ اللقاء بنشاط تفاعلي ساهم في تعزيز التفاعل والتعارف بين المشاركات، وتعميق حضورهن الإيجابي، وإتاحة الفرصة للتعبير عن الصفات الشخصية وبناء جسور من التواصل والثقة بين الحاضرات.

خلال اللقاء تناولت الاخت جلوريا أهمية التفكير المسؤول في نقل المعلومات والتواصل مع الآخرين، من خلال قصة تحمل حكمة بالغة للفيلسوف سقراط، أكدت من خلالها على ضرورة التحقق من صحة المعلومات قبل تداولها، والتركيز على ما هو إيجابي ومفيد، وتجنب نشر ما قد يسبب الإساءة أو الضرر للآخرين دون فائدة حقيقية.

وفي ختام اللقاء، شكر السيد زغبي زغبي، مدير مركز وئام، الاخت جلوريا ناصر على مساهمتها القيّمة في إدارة اللقاء، كما أعرب عن تقديره للمشاركات على تفاعلهن ومشاركتهن الفاعلة، مؤكداً أهمية استمرار مثل هذه اللقاءات التي تسهم في تعزيز الوعي والتواصل المجتمعي

18/06/2026

A video interview done by the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP) during a Global Conference: “Centering Women, Peace and Security in the Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus” in Vienna, featuring Imad Nassar from Wi'am Center. The feature spotlights how local peacebuilders in Palestine bridge emergency response with sustainable growth. The conversation focuses heavily on the Triple Nexus framework that Wi’am is doing in the community. This framework links three interrelated areas: Humanitarian Aid: Delivering immediate relief and emergency support during crises; Long-term Development: Building strong local infrastructure and economic stability; Peacebuilding: Fostering community dialogue, transforming conflicts, and healing traumas.

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17/06/2026

We support the adoption of a Family Protection Law from Violence. Because every woman, man, and child has the right to safety, dignity, and protection. Creating violence-free homes is a shared responsibility and an essential step toward a more just and compassionate society.
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17/06/2026

Every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving, and violence-free environment.
Together, we raise our voices in support of stronger protections for families and children, promoting dignity, respect, and justice for all. Building peaceful communities begins at home, where every individual has the right to live free from violence.

17/06/2026

As part of the project “Local Women Peacebuilders’ Comparative

Advantage: Integrating Women, Peace and Security in the Triple Nexus of

Humanitarian Action, Development, and Peace,” Wi’am, in partnership with GNWP,

conducted a capacity-building training for a local women's group in Deir Razeh to strengthen the development of sustainable women-led organizations.

The training was facilitated by Victoria Shokry, an organizational development specialist, who guided the participants (staff and administration and volunteers) through key concepts of strategic planning: mission and vision development, governance, leadership, and organization sustainability.

Through the interactive session and practical exercises, participants gained valuable tools to enhance their organization areas of work and expand their impact within their communities. This initiative is a vital step to reinforce the essential role of women as leaders and peacebuilders, advancing their meaningful participation across humanitarian action, development, and peacebuilding efforts. One of the participants commented: “When women are equipped with the skills to build strong organizations, they do more than strengthen institutions; they strengthen communities, foster resilience, and lay the foundation for lasting peace.” Roula H

This initiative clearly indicates the tireless commitment of Wi’am and its partner organization the GNWP to empowering local women peacebuilders and supporting grassroots initiatives that promote inclusive leadership, social cohesion, and sustainable change.

11/06/2026

عقد مركز وئام لقاءً لمجموعة من المجتمع المدني، قامت به الاخصائية ديالا غطاس، بهدف تعزيز التفاعل وتبادل الخبرات والتفريغ النفسي بين المشاركين والمشاركات .

ابتدأ اللقاء بنشاط تفاعلي تمثل في رسم “شجرة القوة”، حيث تم شرح مفهومها ودورها في مساعدة الأفراد على التعرف إلى نقاط القوة والقدرات والموارد التي يمتلكونها، وكيف تعكس الشجرة شخصية الإنسان من خلال جذورها التي تمثل القيم والأساس، وجذعها الذي يرمز إلى المهارات والخبرات، وأغصانها التي تعبر عن الطموحات والإنجازات.

بعد ذلك، تم تقسيم المشاركين إلى مجموعات صغيرة، وعُرضت على كل مجموعة مجموعة من الأسئلة المختلفة التي تعكس الواقع والتحديات التي يعيشها الأفراد والمجتمع. ناقش المشاركون هذه الأسئلة فيما بينهم، ثم قامت كل مجموعة بعرض أبرز ما توصلت إليه أمام باقي المجموعات، مما أتاح مساحة للحوار وللنقاش وتبادل الآراء والخبرات.

كما أكدت ديالا غطاس على أهمية اهتمام الشخص بنفسه وبصحته النفسية، وضرورة تخصيص وقت للعناية بالذات وتعزيز نقاط القوة الشخصية، لما لذلك من أثر إيجابي على قدرة الفرد في مواجهة الضغوط والتحديات اليومية.

وفي ختام اللقاء، شكرت السيدة لوريت المركز على أهمية اللقاءات ، في تعزيز التماسك المجتمعي وخلق مساحات آمنة للحوار والتعبير وتبادل الخبرات.

10/06/2026

Wi’am Palestinian Conflict Transformation Center Director Zoughbi Zoughbi welcomed a visiting delegation to the center, where he provided an overview of the center’s mission, programs, and diverse activities that serve the local community. He also highlighted some of the key challenges facing civil society organizations under the current circumstances.

The discussion further addressed the situation facing the Palestinian people and the daily challenges affecting their lives, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and cooperation in supporting community resilience.

The visit included a field tour along the Separation Wall, where the delegation gained first-hand insight into the realities experienced by Palestinians and the impact of the wall on various aspects of daily life.

The visit concluded with a shared lunch that brought together the delegation and the center’s staff in a warm and friendly atmosphere, providing an opportunity for dialogue, exchange of experiences, and discussion of future cooperation.

05/06/2026

عقد مركز وئام الفلسطيني لقاءً لمجموعة من أفراد المجتمع المدني، وذلك في إطار تعزيز التواصل الاجتماعي وتوفير مساحة للتفريغ النفسي وتبادل الخبرات بين المشاركين.

وتخلل اللقاء يوم ترفيهي مميز بدأ بتناول وجبة الفطور في أجواء ودية سادها الدفء والألفة، حيث أتيحت الفرصة للمشاركين لتبادل الأحاديث والتجارب ومناقشة العديد من القضايا الحياتية والاجتماعية، مما ساهم في تعزيز العلاقات بينهم وإضفاء أجواء من الراحة والدعم المتبادل.

كما شكل اللقاء مساحة للتفريغ والتعبير عن المشاعر والضغوطات التي يمر بها الأفراد في ظل الظروف الراهنة، مؤكدين أهمية هذه اللقاءات في تعزيز الصحة النفسية والاجتماعية.

وفي ختام اللقاء، أكدت ليندا على أهمية الاستمرار في تنظيم مثل هذه الأنشطة واللقاءات التي تساهم في كسر الروتين اليومي، وتعزيز الروابط الإنسانية، وتوفير بيئة داعمة تسهم في التخفيف من الضغوطات النفسية والاجتماعية.

04/06/2026

GNWP Follow-Up Statement on the Middle East Situation: Call for an Immediate Ceasefire, Protection of Civilians, and

Women’s Inclusion in Peace Efforts

The Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP) expresses grave concern over the continued escalation of violence involving Iran and the wider region, reportedly in breach of a ceasefire announced in April. Recent developments and international reporting indicate that hostilities and security incidents continue in various forms, sustaining serious risks for civilians and undermining regional stability.

The ceasefire between Iran and the US captures a difficult truth: diplomacy may stop the bombs temporarily, but without accountability, peace remains fragile. A ceasefire should be the beginning of justice and protection for civilians, not just a pause in suffering.

GNWP calls for an immediate, full, and sustained ceasefire by all parties, in strict compliance with international humanitarian law (IHL). While we reiterate this call, we also recognize that any ceasefire must be durable, verifiable, and accompanied by clear mechanisms of accountability to ensure compliance and prevent renewed escalation. The protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure is a binding obligation under IHL and must be fully respected. Deliberate or indiscriminate harm to civilians, as well as attacks on essential infrastructure, must cease immediately. The protection of civilians, including women and girls, must remain the highest priority in all military operations.

We are deeply concerned by the continued humanitarian consequences of the conflict, including displacement, damage to critical infrastructure, and disruption of essential services such as health care, water, electricity, and food systems. Women and girls are disproportionately affected, including through increased care responsibilities and reduced access to essential services and protection mechanisms.

GNWP further emphasizes that sustainable peace and durable ceasefires cannot be achieved without the meaningful participation of women in all stages of decision-making, including ceasefire monitoring, mediation, and peace negotiations. The Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda—anchored in UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and subsequent resolutions—remains essential to ensuring inclusive, legitimate, and sustainable peace processes.

GNWP calls on all parties to urgently return to inclusive diplomatic engagement. We further urge regional and international actors to support a renewed political process grounded in respect for international law, human security, accountability, and the full implementation of the WPS agenda, including the protection and participation of women at all levels.

GNWP stands in solidarity with all civilians affected and reiterates that there is no military solution to this crisis—only a political solution grounded in dialogue, inclusion, and respect for international law.@

03/06/2026

The purpose of the consultation is to inform the development of a protection protocol designed to enhance the safety and resilience of civilians facing ongoing risks and daily challenges in conflict and post-conflict settings.

The session convened a diverse group of stakeholders engaged in peacebuilding and community resilience, including women peacebuilders from both rural and urban contexts; youth activists; women-led civil society organizations across leadership and volunteer levels; and representatives of marginalized communities, including internally displaced persons and individuals continuing their peacebuilding work following displacement.

The discussion focused on key risk and protection dimensions, including:

Safety risks and operational challenges in peacebuilding work, such as movement restrictions, threats, and limited access to essential services
High-risk environments and situations that heighten vulnerability
Digital safety concerns, including surveillance and risks in online communication
Availability, accessibility, and effectiveness of support systems during emergencies
The impact of these risks on wellbeing and the continuity of peacebuilding efforts
Recommendations for the development of protection measures and protocols for civilians operating in fragile and conflict-affected contexts

The participants at the meeting all agreed that safety in Palestine is affected in many ways. These different levels of security problems make it hard for women to move around and achieve their full potential. This complex safety situation also stops peacebuilders from reaching groups who need help the most, making it difficult for them to do their peace work effectively. Network of Women Peacebuilders