Women’s empowerment program

Mothers and other nurturing women are often the most important people in the life of a child. Due to political circumstances and travel restrictions, the social fabric in Palestine is changing rapidly. In the past young mothers, who may have married in their teens and dropped out of school early, were guided by older female family members in matters relating to pregnancy, childcare, and marriage. As extended families may now be separated by barriers and check-points, some mothers come to the Spafford Children’s Center for advice.

Through lectures, workshops, individual and group counseling, personal development programs, and other activities SCC supports these mothers to make them more aware of their capabilities and rights, as well as to understand relationships within their families.

SCC also provides educational programs to help them develop their skills, for example learning a about child development, as well as physical activities to benefit their health.