A photographic exhibit of Palestinian visions of hope.
"Ahlan wa sahlan"... Welcome.
أهلا وسهلأ
"Ishraqat" – the dawning of new days, the hope for a better future. This exhibit begins with a glance at the breadth of USAID’s programming and the visions of hope of those with whom we work - the Palestinian people. Reflected in the photographic essays is the balance between humanitarian and development assistance provided since the start of the Intifada in September 2000, as we contribute toward fulfilling the vision of two states, Israel and Palestine, living side by side in peace. More apparent is the courage of children to overcome their fears and dream of a better future; the determination to maintain a foothold in the world economy; the challenges to preserve the space of a vibrant, educated civil society; and, despite natural and man-made obstacles, the continued search for one of life’s essential elements – water.
The exhibit’s Faces of a Future Palestinian Democracy exposes the evolution of political change in Palestinian society. We hear from successful entrants into the global economy, dynamic reformers of Palestinian institutions and three former USAID-supported Masters Scholars who upon completing their studies in the U.S. returned to pave the way toward statehood.
The exhibit also includes Asalah, an on-line magazine devoted to the culture and traditions of the Palestinian people. Asalah is the Arabic word for authenticity of heritage and traditions, an important value in Palestinian society.
We invite you to experience the world of the Palestinians - a world vaster, and far richer, than the one portrayed on evening news broadcasts.
