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Old Cities

Old Cities Revitalization Program

A core pillar of Taawon’s “Building Resilient Communities” strategy, this program protects Palestine’s historic old towns, preserves cultural and architectural identity, and strengthens the resilience of residents through integrated social and economic revitalization.

HeritageCultural Identity
ResilienceCommunity Strength
PalestineResponse Area
Old Cities Revitalization Program

About the Program

The program preserves the history of Palestine’s old towns and protects them from disappearance by enabling residents to continue living in these historic spaces while improving social, economic, and living conditions.

Program Components

Restoration & Preservation

Restoring old residential buildings and public heritage facilities.

Documentation & Archiving

Documenting and archiving heritage sites to protect them from disappearance.

Capacity Building

Training local labor in heritage restoration using best practices.

Economic & Community Empowerment

Raising awareness and supporting heritage-linked livelihoods and small businesses.

Main Objectives

1
Protect cultural and architectural identity.
2
Strengthen resident resilience within historic areas.
3
Improve social and economic conditions.
4
Preserve heritage landmarks from disappearance.
5
Expand public awareness of cultural heritage.
6
Create sustainable heritage-based economic opportunities.

Revive History. Build Resilience.

Your support preserves Palestinian heritage while empowering historic communities to thrive.

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