2024 PeacePlayers Impact Report FINAL-2 - Flipbook - Page 39
Since 2006, PeacePlayers Middle East has used sport to heal deep
divisions and advance peaceful coexistence between Palestinian
and Israeli youth. Through our long-term Leadership Pipeline
model, we have offered over 40,000 young people, ages 6 to 28, the
opportunity to form friendships across the divide, learn crucial life
skills, and grow as leaders.
Throughout the years, PeacePlayers Middle East has successfully
navigated countless challenges, but the year that followed October
7 was a true test to our resolve. However, we can proudly say that
– in spite of increased polarization, severe restrictions on
movement, rocket attacks, and loss of loved ones – we are one of
the only Israeli-Palestinian organizations that have continued to
bring Palestinians and Israelis together in person.
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