6.9.22
Shepherds Since Time Immemorial – Stopping the Displacement of the Jahalin Tribe Shepherds
Join us in our mission to protect the shepherds and preserve their way of life! Your generous donation will enable us to conduct a comprehensive and professional survey, mapping the grazing areas in the Judean Desert. This crucial step will help ensure the sustainability and continuity of the shepherds' longstanding tradition. Together, we can safeguard their livelihood and the rich cultural heritage they represent.
7.7.22
Solidarity and Hope Event – Supporting the Residents of Khan Al Ahmar
During a memorable evening filled with traditional food, crafts, and heartfelt connections, we united in solidarity to support the residents of Khan Al Ahmar. The evening served as a meaningful platform for fostering togetherness and supporting the Jahalin during these challenging times, as they find themselves in limbo, anxiously awaiting a decision that will determine their future.
4.3.22
Between Time and Place - a Photography Exhibition in Khan Al Ahmar
Photographer Yaniv Nadav captures the essence of the Jahalin tribe through dozens of photographs taken over a span of 20 years. These captivating images move between time and place, beautifully portraying the members of the tribe and evoking a sense of the transient nature of their lives. Like the images, the Jahalin also navigate through time and place, and now – more than ever – each moment holds the uncertainty of potentially bidding farewell to the place they have called home for decades.
4.12.21
Traditional Bedouin Cooking Class – Making Stuffed vegetables with Fatma Jahalin
During Hanukkah, Fatma Jahalin hosted a workshop on traditional Bedouin stuffed vegetables and cooking. Participants learned about Bedouin cuisine while getting acquainted with Fatma and her wonderful family. In addition, they contributed to fulfilling Fatma's dream of opening a restaurant for travelers in the Judean Desert.
25.9.21
"Tents from the inside" event
A heartwarming gathering took place as Jews and Bedouins came together to light Hanukkah candles in Ibrahim's tent, located in Khan al-Ahmar. This beautiful display of unity and celebration showcased our shared values of community and resilience, and the spirit of Hanukkah
8.6.21
Nasreen's Graduation Celebrations, and Encouraging Education
Nasreen, the daughter of Eid Abu Hamis, the leader of the Jahalin community, recently graduated from high school with honors! To celebrate her achievement and encourage the pursuit of an education among girls and boys of the tribe, Eid hosted a grand and festive feast for the entire community. We were fortunate to be invited to join in the celebration of this exciting event. As a gift, we gave Nasreen a laptop that will aid her in her university studies.
1.6.20
Food Distribution on Ramadan During the COVID - 19 Epidemic
During the holy month of Ramadan, amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, a remarkable food distribution effort took place. Through generous donations, food products worth tens of thousands of Shekels were purchased and collected, an initiative aimed at providing essential sustenance to those in need during a time of fasting and reflection.
1.1.18
Rebuilding Daoud Suleiman's family tent.
In the winter of 2018, tragedy struck when Suleiman Daoud's tent in Khan Al Ahmar burned down. Thankfully, the family members were rescued, but they lost everything in the fire. Determined to help, the Friends of Jahalin along with the local community swiftly mobilized for their cause, raising 10,000 NIS in donations in just 24 hours! Through a joint effort, a new tent was quickly erected for the family to live in.
