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Research, Documentation and Media Center

Research, Documentation and Media Center

The original OCJRP programme included the need to create an information and documentation center based on research, studies and relevant surveys.

Mapping and GIS

A comprehensive GIS database for the Old City was established in 1999. The database is based on a comprehensive field survey of over

Library

A comprehensive GIS database for the Old City was established in 1999. The database is based on a comprehensive field survey of over

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Preparations Underway for Launching the Tender for the Restoration of Five Residential Units in Jerusalem’s Old City
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Preparations Underway for Launching the Tender for the Restoration of Five Residential Units in Jerusalem’s Old City

Jerusalem - Preparations are currently underway for launching the tender for the restoration of five residential units in Jerusalem’s Old City (Hosh Marqosto), funded by the Islamic Development Bank, as part of efforts to preserve the historic urban fabric and improve living conditions for residents.
Tender Launched for Completion of the First Phase of Al-Souq Al Sharqi in Nablus Rehabilitation Project
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Tender Launched for Completion of the First Phase of Al-Souq Al Sharqi in Nablus Rehabilitation Project

Nablus - A tender has been launched for the completion of the first phase of Al-Souq Al Sharqi Rehabilitation Project in the Old City, as part of ongoing efforts to improve the market’s urban and commercial environment and enhance its attractiveness.
Preparations Underway for Launching the Tender for Jenin Municipality Library Project - Phase Two
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Preparations Underway for Launching the Tender for Jenin Municipality Library Project - Phase Two

Jenin - As part of the Old Cities Revitalization Program’s efforts to strengthen cultural infrastructure and support public facilities, preparations are currently underway for launching the tender for the Jenin Municipality Library Project - Phase Two, funded by the British Council.
 Taawon - the Old Cities Revitalization Program - Launch of the Fifth Module within the Heritage Recovery Training Program in Gaza
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Launch of the Fifth Module within the Heritage Recovery Training Program in Gaza

As part of Taawon’s efforts, through the Old Cities Revitalization Program, to support the cultural heritage sector in Gaza, the training program titled “Emergency Interventions for Heritage Recovery and Site Management” continues, with the implementation of its fifth module under the supervision of Dr.
Completion of advanced modules within a specialized training program to support engineering professionals in Gaza
News

Completion of advanced modules within a specialized training program to support engineering professionals in Gaza

As part of the ongoing efforts led by the Welfare Association through its Old Cities Revitalization Program, the third module of the specialized training course titled “Emergency Interventions for Heritage Recovery and Site Management for Engineers and Site Managers in Gaza” has been successfully completed. The module was delivered by Dr.
Start of Preparations to Issue the Tender for the Restoration and Rehabilitation of the Islamic Archaeological Museum - Phase One at Al-Aqsa Mosque
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Start of Preparations to Issue the Tender for the Restoration and Rehabilitation of the Islamic Archaeological Museum - Phase One at Al-Aqsa Mosque

Jerusalem - As part of ongoing efforts to protect cultural heritage, preparations have started to issue a tender for the restoration and rehabilitation of the Islamic Archaeological Museum (Phase One), located within the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem. The project is funded by the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development.
Tender Announcement for the Rehabilitation of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab School in Jerusalem
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Tender Announcement for the Rehabilitation of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab School in Jerusalem

Jerusalem – As part of the ongoing efforts of the Old Cities Revitalization Program to strengthen the resilience of Jerusalemites and provide a suitable educational environment for their children, a tender has been launched for the rehabilitation of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab School, located in Sur Baher and affiliated with the Palestinian Directorate of Education in Jerusal
Restoration Projects Continue in the Old City of Jerusalem Despite Ongoing Challenges
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Restoration Projects Continue in the Old City of Jerusalem Despite Ongoing Challenges

Jerusalem - At the beginning of March, the Old Cities Revitalization Program at Taawon (Welfare Association) is preparing to launch the second phase of the Al-Jabsha project, following the signing of the funding agreement and scope of works, paving the way for the tendering process and the start of implementation.
Preparations Underway for Launching the Tender for the Restoration of Five Residential Units in Jerusalem’s Old City
News

Preparations Underway for Launching the Tender for the Restoration of Five Residential Units in Jerusalem’s Old City

Jerusalem - Preparations are currently underway for launching the tender for the restoration of five residential units in Jerusalem’s Old City (Hosh Marqosto), funded by the Islamic Development Bank, as part of efforts to preserve the historic urban fabric and improve living conditions for residents.
Tender Launched for Completion of the First Phase of Al-Souq Al Sharqi in Nablus Rehabilitation Project
News

Tender Launched for Completion of the First Phase of Al-Souq Al Sharqi in Nablus Rehabilitation Project

Nablus - A tender has been launched for the completion of the first phase of Al-Souq Al Sharqi Rehabilitation Project in the Old City, as part of ongoing efforts to improve the market’s urban and commercial environment and enhance its attractiveness.
Preparations Underway for Launching the Tender for Jenin Municipality Library Project - Phase Two
News

Preparations Underway for Launching the Tender for Jenin Municipality Library Project - Phase Two

Jenin - As part of the Old Cities Revitalization Program’s efforts to strengthen cultural infrastructure and support public facilities, preparations are currently underway for launching the tender for the Jenin Municipality Library Project - Phase Two, funded by the British Council.
 Taawon - the Old Cities Revitalization Program - Launch of the Fifth Module within the Heritage Recovery Training Program in Gaza
News

Launch of the Fifth Module within the Heritage Recovery Training Program in Gaza

As part of Taawon’s efforts, through the Old Cities Revitalization Program, to support the cultural heritage sector in Gaza, the training program titled “Emergency Interventions for Heritage Recovery and Site Management” continues, with the implementation of its fifth module under the supervision of Dr.
Completion of advanced modules within a specialized training program to support engineering professionals in Gaza
News

Completion of advanced modules within a specialized training program to support engineering professionals in Gaza

As part of the ongoing efforts led by the Welfare Association through its Old Cities Revitalization Program, the third module of the specialized training course titled “Emergency Interventions for Heritage Recovery and Site Management for Engineers and Site Managers in Gaza” has been successfully completed. The module was delivered by Dr.
Start of Preparations to Issue the Tender for the Restoration and Rehabilitation of the Islamic Archaeological Museum - Phase One at Al-Aqsa Mosque
News

Start of Preparations to Issue the Tender for the Restoration and Rehabilitation of the Islamic Archaeological Museum - Phase One at Al-Aqsa Mosque

Jerusalem - As part of ongoing efforts to protect cultural heritage, preparations have started to issue a tender for the restoration and rehabilitation of the Islamic Archaeological Museum (Phase One), located within the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem. The project is funded by the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development.
Tender Announcement for the Rehabilitation of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab School in Jerusalem
News

Tender Announcement for the Rehabilitation of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab School in Jerusalem

Jerusalem – As part of the ongoing efforts of the Old Cities Revitalization Program to strengthen the resilience of Jerusalemites and provide a suitable educational environment for their children, a tender has been launched for the rehabilitation of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab School, located in Sur Baher and affiliated with the Palestinian Directorate of Education in Jerusal
Restoration Projects Continue in the Old City of Jerusalem Despite Ongoing Challenges
News

Restoration Projects Continue in the Old City of Jerusalem Despite Ongoing Challenges

Jerusalem - At the beginning of March, the Old Cities Revitalization Program at Taawon (Welfare Association) is preparing to launch the second phase of the Al-Jabsha project, following the signing of the funding agreement and scope of works, paving the way for the tendering process and the start of implementation.
Publications

The Aqsa Mosque

The Aqsa Mosque is located to the south of the Dome of the Rock on the southern side of the Haram al-Sharif, Jerusalem
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Al-Madrassa Al-Tushtumareyya

Al-Madrassa Al-Tushtumareyya  is located on the southern facade of Bab al-Silsila at the junction of the road leading to Hart Sharaf west and the road leading to the Moroccan Quarter east.
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Suq al-Qattanin

The suq is located on the west side of the Haram al-Sharif, extending from Bab al-Qattanin, which leads from the Haram al-Sharif to al-Wad Street, Jerusalem
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Booklet in Newspaper

Booklet distributed in Newspaper as series each Friday for 9 weeks to promote architectural heritage preservation and cultural identity within various groups of the community
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Bab al-Asbat

Bab al-Asbat Also known as: Lady Mary Gate; St Stephen’s Gate; Lion’s Gate
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The Mosque of Omar

The Mosque of Omar in Jerusalem is located opposite the southern courtyard of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The Mosque of Omar was built in its current shape by the Ayyubid Sultan Al-Afdal ibn Salah ad-Din in 1193 CE ,it has a 15 metres (49 ft) high minaret that was built before 1465 CE and was renovated by Ottoman sultan Abdulmecid I (1839–1860).x
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Soap factories in Nablus

Since ancient times Nablus had been known with its famous soap factories, this booklet comes to document the history of the soap factories and the most known factories in Nablus.