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SYF work recognizes the necessity of creating independent,
self-reliant initiatives that achieve sustainable development and
incorporate values of self-sufficiency and self-empowerment. With
these goals in mind SYF pursues the following objectives:
Development of Palestinian human resources
Creation of sustainable Palestinian Community Development
Enhancement of Palestinian womens skills, knowledge and
opportunities
Increase Palestinian awareness of democratic and participation
issues
Empowerment of marginalized sectors within Palestinian society
Enhancement of Palestinian self-reliance through training and
income-generating projects
Strengthen of cooperation and coordination with other Palestinian
and international organizations in related fields.
Increase the self-reliance, efficiency professionalism and
effectiveness of Palestinian NGOs and grassroots organization.
SYF's Values and
Principles
Community development means the right of people to identify their
economic, social, and cultural needs; humans are partners in the
developmental process.
Cooperation with the community is a learning process; all parties
in it are equal; and no party has a monopoly over knowledge.
Development is a means not only for economic prosperity but also
for human dignity, peace, justice, equal opportunity and
non-discrimination.
Development programs must be based on the social, economic,
political and cultural needs and priorities of local communities, in
respect to their aspirations, traditions and values.
Enhancing self-reliance and increasing independence are goals at
every level of our work.
Human beings are the essential basic element and focus of the
development process.
International donors must be partners in the development process,
offering their support without preconditions.
Learning is a right, a human need, and a life-long, continuous
process.
NGOs contribute to the struggle for liberation and to building our
civil and democratic society.
Professionalism, transparency, credibility, and accountability are
among the most important elements for success.
Recognition of gender differences and the specific needs of women
in an integral part of our programs and activities.
Teamwork, collective participation, commitment and cooperation are
the key ingredients for success.
Women are the basic partners in the developmental process;
developing womens attitudes, skills, and
knowledge will ensure sustainable human development.
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