YWCA - Aqbet Jaber Refugee Camp Center

Aqbet Jaber Refugee Camp Center was the first YWCA center in a refugee camp to be established in the year 1953. This center is under the administration of the YWCA branch of Jericho.

The main program at this center at Aqbet Jaber is the preschool, that creates a nurturing environment where children can play, learn, grow, and develop. Eighty one children aged 3-5 are currently in the preschool.

The child identity program is another main program at the Refugee Camp Centers. It aims to build identity and self esteem through cultural activities like drama, dabkeh (Palestinian traditional dance), music, singing, and game playing. It addresses an important psychological need and provides opportunities for self expression in a safe and encouraging environment. Two groups of thirty four young girls and boys aged 7-15 are currently enrolled in this program at the Aqbet Jaber Center.

Below are few selected pictures from the preschool: