Under the Auspices of Dura Municipality, the Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Policies Provides Medical Glasses and Hearing Aids to Female Students at the UNRWA Basic Girls’ School
Under the auspices of Dura Municipality, the Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Policies (PCCDP) today provided medical glasses and hearing aids to a number of female students at the UNRWA Basic Girls’ School, following previous medical examinations that identified their need for these devices. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to support students’ health and enhance their access to education in a suitable learning environment.
The handover ceremony was attended by Dura Mayor Eng. Mohann Amro; Municipal Council Member Mr. Yousef Darawish; Mr. Jaafar Al-Titi, Director of Education for the Southern Area at UNRWA; Ms. Jumana Awad, School Principal; and Mr. Jamil Al-Darbashi, Director of the Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Policies.
Dura Mayor Eng. Mohann Amro emphasized the importance of initiatives that make a direct difference in students’ lives and educational journeys. He praised the efforts of the Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Policies and its commitment to addressing students’ actual needs through targeted interventions based on assessment and follow-up and tailored to each individual case. He noted that this was not the Center’s first initiative in the city’s schools, commending its role in supporting the education sector and expanding opportunities for students, particularly by providing medical aids that help them learn and participate more effectively.
He also highlighted the valuable educational services provided by UNRWA schools and the need to strengthen community responsibility towards the city’s schools. He stressed that education remains a top priority for the people of Dura and wished the students continued success and achievement.
For his part, Mr. Jamil Al-Darbashi, Director of the Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Policies, highlighted the importance of this intervention, which builds on the medical examinations and assessments previously conducted to identify the students’ needs and provide them with the necessary glasses and hearing aids. These devices will help improve their ability to follow lessons and engage in classroom activities. He reaffirmed the Center’s commitment to continuing programmes and initiatives that respond to the needs of target groups and promote children's right to education and healthcare.
Meanwhile, School Principal Ms. Awad expressed her appreciation for the initiative, commending the efforts of the Palestinian Center and Dura Municipality and their commitment to meeting the students’ needs. She emphasized the importance of such interventions in improving the learning environment and helping students continue their education.
For his part, Mr. Jaafar Al-Titi, Director of Education for the Southern Area at UNRWA, emphasized the importance of the partnership between the Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Policies, Dura Municipality, and UNRWA in meeting students’ health and educational needs. He noted that education is a fundamental priority for the Palestinian people. He also stressed the importance of taking proper care of the glasses and hearing aids and using them in accordance with medical instructions to ensure maximum benefit. He expressed his gratitude to the Center for the initiative and to Dura Municipality for its continued support for the city's schools and UNRWA schools.
During the visit, the Dura Mayor also met with members of the school's student parliament and listened to their views, needs, and suggestions regarding improvements to the school environment. The student parliament members expressed their gratitude to the Municipality for the interventions and works it had carried out at the school, which contributed to improving its facilities and learning environment.
