Introducing the House of Hope Peace and Justice Education Fund
The launch of the House of Hope Peace and Justice Education Fund marks an exciting and transformative moment for our community. This initiative is built upon the core principles of peace and justice, which are not merely aspirational ideals. We live them daily, often under the most difficult circumstances in the West Bank.
Inspired by the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., our school is a beacon of hope. At the heart of our approach to education is the belief that peace begins within. By teaching children that their lives matter, we help our students cultivate a profound sense of self-worth and justice. This inner transformation radiates outward, creating widening circles of peace that include families and the broader community.
This year, we are setting an ambitious goal to raise $40,000 for the House of Hope Peace and Justice Education Fund. With your generous support, we will make significant strides in expanding our Peace and Justice Education programs and resources. Your contributions will enable us to:
- Introduce our new Peace and Justice Curriculum into classrooms, empowering children with the knowledge and tools to advocate for their right to peace and justice for themselves and their communities.
- Produce a music video for our One Love Children's Choir's original song, "We Are Children, and We Have Rights." This project will amplify the voices of our students, celebrating their rights and spreading a message of hope and unity to a global audience.
- Expand the House of Hope Family Peace and Justice Education Program to better serve local parents and caregivers. This initiative will provide valuable resources and support to families, helping them instill the values of peace and justice in their homes.
The work of peace and justice is not passive—it requires active engagement, especially when faced with trauma and violence. Your gift provides Palestinian children with an education that reaches far beyond traditional academics. It nurtures their ability to express themselves through music and art, fosters nonviolent communication, and offers trauma-informed learning that helps them heal and grow.
Together, we can make a lasting impact on our Palestinian children, their families, and our community. Thank you for being a vital part of this journey.
What is Peace and Justice Education?
"Living under oppression without human rights and freedom leads our kids to trauma, depression, and violence. Learning to live together has become increasingly important. Fear of the other and the rising of violence, hate, antagonism, and revenge are causing societies to fracture from within. In our school, we teach empathy and compassion for the other. These qualities can be taught and nurtured. Education is the key and peace education is preventive action. It can help our kids deal with trauma, manage and address conflict, and build a dialogue of process. Peace and justice education can reduce hate, violence, and discrimination. It can build a life of culture, peace, and justice.”
- Milad Vosgueritchian, House of Hope Co-Founder and Peace and Justice Education Director
