From February through April, 7th and 8th graders at TYO engaged in weekly soccer practices, learning lifelong skills and connecting with their peers. A collective initiative of teachers and volunteers, it has proven to be a transformative experience for our students that extend far beyond the field, becoming a platform for personal growth and resilience.
Read More“My story with TYO began about two years ago when I came across the organization's page on social media and enrolled in the Dropout Prevention Program. It amazes me how TYO offers such distinctive and high-quality opportunities for young people like me. I had no idea programs like this existed in our country. TYO helped me understand the importance of teamwork, and I believe that has shaped my character and the lifestyle I aim for myself.”
Read MoreMeet Mustafa. He is a senior in high school, passionate about biology and aspires to study Medicine in university.
Read MoreAt TYO, storytelling is more than just a means of expression; it is a tool for healing, empowerment, and community building. As we continue to invest in the power of storytelling, we are committed to building a more resilient, compassionate, and connected society, one story at a time
Read More“Last summer, I joined TYO because I wanted to try something new in my free time, and I grew in ways I never expected. Before TYO, I wasn’t very social; actually I was quite reserved, and spent most of my days at home. Through volunteering at TYO, I discovered a new side of myself. I have learned to enjoy being active and working with children and I found a second family. When I don't come to the organization, I feel like something is missing from my day.”
Read MoreAs an intern, my initial fears revolved around whether I could provide the education these children deserved. But as the days unfolded, those fears transformed into a deep bond with my students. It's hard to imagine not seeing their excited faces and sharing in their learning journey each day.
Read MoreMy name is Raghad, I studied marketing at An-Najah National University. This year I participated in TYO's Youth Entrepreneurship program. I used to volunteer with TYO and when I heard about the Youth Entrepreneurship program I decided to apply.
Read More"Through my business, I want to become an inspiring woman for the youth and make them believe that they can also become an inspiration. Also, to build a well-known and trustworthy business. That when it is mentioned people immediately say yes, she's doing great work. And of course, I want to be financially independent and be fully responsible for myself.”
Read MoreIt was the Tuesday of my second week into teaching, and I was finally beginning to get the hang of it all… or so I thought. For today’s exercise, we were tackling a semester-long project I had invented and coined as the “Verb Monster” activity. Thinking myself quite clever, I’d designed the activity to teach my students simple sentence structure…
Read MoreWalking through the streets of Nablus, it is difficult not to notice all the children. There are children playing soccer and cycling in the streets, children selling watermelon and cucumbers in the Old City, and children laughing with friends on steps to pass the time.
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