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AICS Jerusalem Staff Participate in PSEA Training by UNICEF
AICS Jerusalem staff recently took part in a training session on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), conducted by UNICEF. The session provided an important opportunity for staff to deepen their understanding of PSEA principles and the responsibilities that come with maintaining a safe and respectful work environment. Through interactive discussions and real-life case […]
Implementation launch of the project “Hebron Shoe Village” for a Sustainable Leather and Footwear Industry
Hebron, 15 October 2025 – The Italian Cooperation, in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Palestinian Ministry of Industry, launched the project “Developing an Energy-Sustainable Shoe Village in Hebron for the Decarbonization and Sustainable Development of the Footwear Value Chain.” Funded by the Italian Cooperation with a total investment of […]
Monitoring Visit to Azzeh Refugee Camp, Bethlehem
Azzeh Refugee Camp – Bethlehem: Last week, a monitoring visit was conducted for the project “Taawon Amal Tamkeen” (Collaboration, Hope, and Empowerment), implemented by the Rihannah Association and funded through local funds from the SIGEWE initiative – Support for the Institutionalization of Gender Mainstreaming and Women’s Empowerment within the Palestinian National Policy Agenda 2017-2022 – […]
Steering Committee Reviews Progress of Green Dheisheh Project
Dheisheh Camp – The Steering Committee of the European Union–funded, AICS-implemented project “Green Dheisheh: Improvement of Solid Waste Management in Dheisheh Camp and the Surrounding Area” met recently in Dheisheh Camp to assess progress and outline next steps. AICS and CESVI, the implementing partner, presented updates on the key work packages, which include the implementation […]
CoopRise Awards Ceremony Celebrates Youth-Led Cooperatives in Palestine
Abu Dis, September 15th – Al-Quds University, in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Palestinian Ministry of Labour, hosted the CoopRise Awards Ceremony under the framework of the project Be the Impact, funded by the Italian Cooperation. The event celebrated the achievements of youth-led cooperatives, highlighting the creativity and resilience of young […]
AQU Law Faculty Calls for Papers on Gender Equality Conference
With the support of the Italian Cooperation, the Faculty of Law at Al-Quds University announces the opening of submissions for research papers for the international conference titled: “Gender Equality and Women Empowerment: Challenges, Solutions, and Best Practices in the Mediterranean Region”, scheduled to take place from 2–4 December 2025 at the university’s main campus in […]
Women and Local Development: New Agricultural Initiatives Led by Women’s Cooperatives Launched in Northern West Bank
The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) continues its commitment to supporting the strengthening of Palestinian institutions in effectively integrating gender mainstreaming into policy-making processes and the socio-economic development of the territory. In particular, the initiative “OIL – Pilot Project to Strengthen Gender Integration in Palestine” (AID 012160), implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of […]
Call for Applications – Market Analyst Assistant – ITA Ramallah
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The EU and Italy provide €23 million for the payment of medical referrals to East Jerusalem Hospitals
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Training Courses – Sapienza University of Rome
The initiative, “Support for the Restoration and Enhancement of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Terra Sancta Museum”, aims to contribute to the extensive restoration work for the conservation of the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre and the development of the Terra Sancta Museum within the Convent of Saint Saviour. Both activities focus […]