Message from the President

Dear Friends,

I address you on behalf of the Arab Women's Union - Bethlehem, a charitable organization founded in 1947 with the goal of establishing a women's group concerned with women's affairs. Women were among the most affected groups due to the economic and political hardships of the time. To date, this organization has continued to achieve its goals of empowering women, supporting needy families, and fostering a spirit of solidarity within the local community.

In light of the difficult economic and social conditions facing the city of Bethlehem and the general situation in Palestine, exacerbated by the decline in tourism and the high unemployment rate, we strive, with all our limited resources, to continue providing assistance to the most needy groups by providing job opportunities and employing women.

We believe that humanitarian work can only be built through concerted efforts, and that the hand of charity knows no bounds. From this standpoint, we open our hearts and doors to anyone who wishes to support our mission, whether through financial or moral support or through sustainable partnerships.

We are honored to communicate with you to express our gratitude to everyone who has contributed and will continue to contribute to our association. We renew our invitation to you to support our humanitarian and social mission so that we can continue to help and support those most in need.

With sincere thanks and appreciation,
Diana Elias
President Bethlehem Arab Women's Union
Bethlehem, Palestine

Administrative Council

President of the Association - Diana Elias
Vice President - Dina Nassar
Secretary - Lamis Al Moati
Treasurer - Majida (Charolette) Abu Rudeineh

and the following Members:
Suzy Nasser - Marilyn Tabash - Raeda Hammad - Ghada Dabdoub - Hala Khader - Rita Akkawi - Janet Nassar - Marilyn Tweima - Hilda Qanawati

Executive Director: Ghada Hazboun

Former Presidents of the Bethlehem Arab Women's Union

Mrs. Berthe Malouf
First President of the Union
From 1947 to 1949

Mrs. Helwa Jacaman
Second President of the Union
From 1949 to 1992

Mrs. Julia Dabdoub
Third President of the Union
From 1992 to 2009

Mrs. Virgini Canawati
Fourth President of the Union
From 2009 to 2021