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We are dedicated to safeguarding Palestinian heritage from erasure, and to nurturing cultural awareness and a strong sense of national identity across generations. We believe heritage is not merely a memory of the past, but a living bridge to the present—an enduring source of belonging, resilience, and authenticity in an ever-changing world
Timeline of Al-Sebat Association for Cultural Preservation.
1999
Establishment
Al-Sebat Association was established by Palestinian researcher Khaled Awad after completing his studies at Birzeit University
2000
our first Head-quarters
Alsebat Association founded its main branch in the shiekh jarah neighbourhood
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2022
Museum expantion
A new building was constructed at Beit Khaleel al-Mahshi with the goal of establishing a second branch for the Palestinian Archive
2024
Archive grand opening
The establishment of the Palestinian Archive and Library in east jerusalem and nazareth
Safeguarding Heritage
Preserve and showcase Palestinian heritage.
Empowering Communities
Support and train local artisans — especially women — to keep traditional crafts and skills alive.
Promoting Cultural Awareness
Build pride and understanding of Palestinian history, folklore, and identity across generations.
Preserving Knowledge Digitally
Create and expand a digital archive to document heritage and make it accessible for education and research.
Khaled Awad: The Guardian of Palestinian Memory
Khaled Awad has devoted his life to preserving Palestinian heritage and safeguarding the visual memory of its cities and villages. As the director of the Al-Sibat Association and the Palestinian Heritage Museum, and the author of pioneering works such as "The Visual Memory" his passion and determination continue to bridge the gap between the past and present, ensuring that history remains alive in the hearts and minds of future generations.
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"A people without heritage are a people without roots"
Governing Members - Nazareth Branch
He belongs to a family whose members were displaced from the village of Saffuriyya during the Nakba
Occupation:
Assistant Director at Al-Sabat Association and member of its administrative board.
- belongs to a family whose members were displaced from the village of Saffuriyya during the Nakba.
- Asocial activist involved in several associations dedicated to heritage, history, and the rights of displaced people.
He belongs to a family whose members were displaced from the village of Saffuriyya during the Nakba
Position:
President of the Al-Sibat Association for the Preservation of Culture and Heritage.
- holds a Bachelor's degree in Special Education and has served as a coordinator for adult education.
- A retired community coordinator
- he has worked as a general counselor for people with special needs.
- vocational counselor at the Association for the Care of the Blind
- a health department inspector
-He is also a social activist specializing in social issues.