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In 2005, the Culture and Free Thought Association responded to community demands for opening an educational center serving children in the underserved communities in the southern part of ​​Khan Younis governorate. Modeled on the successful experiences of Al-Shrouq Wal Amal, CFTA, with the support of Welfare Association, built a center in Baten Essamien, one of the most densely populated areas in Khan Younis. Since its opening 10 years ago, the Nowwar Educational Center has regularly provided programs to 250 aged 6-12 years living in Khan Younis. Center programs also engage parents, as well as educators, practitioners, and other professionals engaged in the field of childhood and childhood education.Open from 8:00 Am to 3:00 PM five days a week, Like its sister center, Nowwar Ce ...

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Within this framework, the Center works to: contribute to finding solutions for educational, recreational and cultural challenges for children, to foster an atmosphere of dialogue amongst children which encourages self-expression and exploration of community issues, to ensure time and space for play, recreation and leisure, and to support the development of children’s talents and skills in their particular areas of interests as well as nurture their leadership qualities.
Fine Art Activities: This is a small place, but, with great potential in terms of the creativity of its children and their capabilities. Nowwar’s fine arts activities provide the right conditions for small flowers to grow and evolve with their own capabilities and private skills. We imagine, experime ...