Our Mission Matters

The Bethlehem Arab Women's Union is dedicated to empowering women and the wider community through employment opportunities, vocational training, and social and cultural services. We strive to preserve Palestinian heritage through traditional crafts, local cuisine, and museums, while also offering humanitarian aid and charitable support to marginalized groups—guided by a spirit of solidarity, dignity, and national identity.

Our Vision Statement

We envision a just and cohesive Palestinian society where women enjoy full rights and opportunities, and where heritage and culture are vital forces for strengthening national identity and promoting sustainable development—through a leading institution in women's and community work, both locally and globally.

Our Goals

1. Support and empower marginalized women

– Through work programs and training to help them acquire new skills, improve their living conditions, and strengthen their societal roles.

2. Preserve Palestinian heritage

– By promoting traditional foods and handicrafts, thus highlighting cultural identity and safeguarding popular heritage.

3. Educate and guide women

– Across various aspects of life through workshops and awareness programs in education, entrepreneurship, and personal development.

4. Create job opportunities in museums and heritage-related projects

– Supporting local employment and cultural initiatives.

5. Develop cultural projects inside museums

– Enhancing the presentation of local heritage and attracting visitors.

6. Provide accessible venues for events

– Offering halls and spaces at reasonable prices to support the local community.

7. Offer low-cost accommodation and commercial spaces

– Providing symbolic pricing while preserving traditional character to attract visitors and support the local economy.