As part of its efforts to promote a culture of civil peace, the Dr. Haider Abdel Shafi Center for Culture and Development, in partnership with the Palestinian Independent Progressive Democratic Forum, organized a dialogue session titled:

"The Role of Youth and Women in Promoting Civil Peace in the Gaza Strip"

The session was held both in person in Gaza and online via Zoom, bringing together a group of active community members.

Several important contributions were made during the session:

Mr. Mohsen Abu Ramadan, Director of the Center, presented an analytical perspective on the role of civil society organizations in enhancing civil peace.
Mr. Farid Murra, Rapporteur of the National Committee for Civil Peace, emphasized the role of youth and women, highlighting the importance of engaging with the Charter of Honor developed by the Committee to manage internal conflicts through democratic dialogue and avoid exclusion and violence.
Ghaidaa Al-Shawa, a coordinator from the Center, spoke about the importance of empowering youth and women during crises, and the Center's role in supporting and integrating them into civil peace initiatives.
Diaa Abu Asr, a community activist, highlighted youth-led initiatives and their impact in fostering coexistence, especially in Gaza.
Yasmin Al-Fayoumi, a media professional, discussed the role of women in maintaining civil peace and the impact of community media in promoting a culture of dialogue and peace.

The event concluded with remarks from Mr. Mahmoud Al-Sheikh, Coordinator of the Forum, who praised the vitality and enthusiasm of Gaza’s youth and their ability to create change despite difficult circumstances.

The Center is currently working to establish a youth network that will launch community initiatives to promote civil peace and address internal tensions and divisions.

The session witnessed vibrant participation from attendees who shared valuable insights and reaffirmed the importance of supporting youth and women's participation in building social peace.