About us

 

What is Buildpalestine?

At BuildPalestine, we support the inspiring and growing social innovation sector in Palestine by connecting individuals looking to support innovative projects with those making an impact within their communities.

As we approach 75 years of occupation, hopes become crucial. Hope for a better tomorrow. Hope for new opportunities. Hope to make a difference. This is especially true for those who continue living in Palestine, steadfast and committed to the community.

Social innovation is nothing new to Palestine. We find solutions in the midst of challenges everyday. And so, BuildPalestine is here to support the ecosystem and encourage each person who has an idea for their community to take action and make a difference. We are a platform to connect individuals looking to support with those making an impact.

#LetsBuildPalestine

Our Mission & Values

We believe people are the answer.

Our mission is to empower Palestinian changemakers and mobilize a global community for impact

Our vision is a thriving social innovation sector where Palestinian communities sustainably solve their own challenges

 

Empowerment

We believe that people are experts in the needs of their community. Our role is to empower them.

Liberation

We cannot have a true, lasting impact without freedom. Our struggle for liberation is intimately tied to everything we do.

Collaboration

We believe in aligning our work with other efforts. The challenge is epic and we need all hands on deck.

Innovation

We work with the aim of seeing positive change in our community

Transparency

We bring together a variety of stakeholders and are building a global community

Theory of Change

Problem

Palestinians continue to lose agency over their lives, and hope is dwindling

Activities

Fellowship program for social entrepreneurs

Outputs

Sustainable social enterprises solving critical challenges in Palestine

Outcomes

Social enterprises are nourished and their impact grows

Long-term Impact

Palestinian changemakers are leading the way in building the Palestine we all want to see

Meet Our Team

Lama - Executive Director

Mobilizes the crowd. Enthusiastic by nature.

Rand - Financial and Administrative Coordinator

Believes in the SMALL steps for the BIG change

Tasnim

Tasnim - Community Coordinator

Insightful. I strive to do what’s right

Mahran - Designer

Designer and developer. Determined to leave a mark.

Tasnim

Riham - Programs Manager

Creates impact and motivates others

Tasnim

Mohammed - Website Developer

Passionate website developer

Advisory Board

Besan - Co-founder and Chair

Development economist. Believes in possibility.

Rida

Freelance Consultant

Zaha

Fellow at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Ines

International consultant – advocacy and foreign policy

Sara

Director, British Palestinian Council

Nawras

Research Consultant- Social Innovation and Development

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