The Freedom Theatre
“The Freedom Theatre draws its inspiration from a unique project, Care and Learning, which used theatre and art to address the chronic fear, depression and trauma experienced by children in Jenin Refugee Camp. Set up during the first Intifada the project was run by Arna Mer Khamis, a revolutionary who devoted her life to campaigning for freedom and human rights, together with women in the refugee camp.
In the activities for the young in our community, we put much emphasis on play and creating a safe space as a foundation for children and youth to be free to express themselves creatively and strengthened in their ability to deal with difficulties in life. We work with children from an early age through our playschool and after-school activities, nurturing the joyfulness and freedom that children have within them. Theatre clubs are offered for youth, who are later able to join our professional theatre trainings. We also offer pedagogical training to those who meet young people in their profession, thereby building capacity to increase the quality of educational and leisure activities provided to children in our area.”