Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ACT and Al-Majd Association to Promote Civil Peace and Youth Empowerment in Jenin

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MoU Signing: ACT and Al-Majd Association Partner for Community Development in Jenin

Jenin – The ACT Institution for Conflict Resolution and Alternative Dispute Resolution signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Al-Majd Association for Community Development in the Jenin Governorate on March 30, 2026. This step reflects both parties' commitment to strengthening community partnerships and unifying efforts to serve the Palestinian people, contributing to the development and visibility of social work at various levels.

The agreement was signed by Dr. Reem Sawafta, Chairperson of the Legal Committee, on behalf of ACT’s Executive Director, Mr. Mohammed Hadieh. Representing the Al-Majd Association was its Executive Director, Mr. Ghassan Al-Sheikh, in the presence of Legal Committee member Mr. Mohammed Faheed.

This MoU comes within the context of ongoing efforts to spread the culture of mediation and dispute resolution, promote civil peace, and build youth capacity. Furthermore, it aims to implement community awareness programs targeting marginalized groups, supporting mental and social health amid the increasing need for enhanced social cohesion.

Mr. Hadieh emphasized that this partnership represents a practical launch toward implementing qualitative joint initiatives in the northern West Bank. He noted that the collaboration will translate into specialized training programs, field awareness tours, and youth initiatives that instill values of dialogue and strengthen social bonds.

For his part, Mr. Al-Sheikh expressed his pride in this partnership, stressing the importance of integrating roles with the ACT Institution to implement sustainable development programs that benefit diverse segments of society.

ACT Institution concluded by affirming that collaborative work is the optimal path toward achieving desired change. This step marks the beginning of an active cooperation phase aimed at serving the community and supporting the resilience of the Palestinian people.