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The International
Center of Bethlehem/Dar Al-Kalima
The International Center of Bethlehem/DAK
The International Center of Bethlehem (ICB), Dar Annadwa Addawliyya, is
committed to intercultural dialogue and encounters between people of
different contexts and diverse backgrounds.
A Truly Ecumenical Institution
The ICB is a Lutheran-based, ecumenically oriented institution serving the
whole Palestinian community. The programs of the Center serve the entire
community from “the womb to the tomb”, with an emphasis on children, youth
and women.
With An Ambitious Mission
Equipping the local community to assume a proactive role in shaping their
future is at the heart of the ICB’s mission. Through empowering the local
community, developing human resources, cultivating artistic talents, and
facilitating intercultural encounters, the ICB actively promotes the
building of Palestinian civil society.
Guided By A Unique Philosophy
The philosophy of the ICB is contextual in its approach with a
cross-cultural perspective. It is interdisciplinary and dynamic to insure
that the services provided are in harmony with society’s needs and
changes.
Supported By A Highly Motivated Staff
The staff of the ICB, the majority of whom are women, is highly educated
and well qualified. Many of the staff returned to their homeland believing
in the mission of the ICB. In 1995, when the ICB was officially
inaugurated, it had a staff of 4 persons. Now the ICB is developing into
one of the largest private employer in the Bethlehem region.
A Young Institution, A History of Growth
• 1992 Opening of Abu Gubran Guesthouse
• 1995 Opening of Dar Annadwa Addawliyya (ICB)
• 1999 Opening of al-Kahf Arts & Crafts Center
• 2000 Opening of Dar al-Kalima School
• 2000 Rehabilitating the ICB Administration Building
• 2003 Opening of ad-Dar Cultural and Conference Center
• 2003 Opening of Dar al-Kalima Health and Wellness Center
• 2003 Opening of the Bethlehem Media and Communication Center
• 2004 Renovating and re-Opening of Abu Gubran Guesthouse
• 2005 Opening of Dar al-Kalima Academy
Two Campuses – Three Institutions
ICB is joined with two other Lutheran institutions which form the basis
for our intergenerational, multi-faceted programs.
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Dar al-Kalima School offers an alternative to the
traditional Palestinian educational system. Communication, commitment to
the community, critical thinking, creativity and Christian values lie at
the heart of this approach. The school aims at encouraging students to
be pro-active participants in the educational process. \ |
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Dar al-Kalima Academy is a unique intercultural
institution for higher education. The Academy offers training in music,
arts and crafts, media and communication, cultural management, tourism
and Christian ministry. The academy is developing strategic partnerships
with several local and international colleges, the Scandinavian
“volkshighschools” and European academies.
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Dar al-Kalima School |
Dar Annadwa (ICB) |
Dar al-Kalima Academy |
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Classes for ages 4 – 18
K-12
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-Ad-Dar Cultural & Conference
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-Health & Wellness Center
-Authentic Tourism & Intercultural Encounter
-Al- Kahf Arts & Crafts Center
-Media & Communication Center |
A small community college facility,
focusing on higher education and offering training in
- Music
- Arts & Crafts
- Media
- Communication
- Cultural Management
- Tourism
- Christian Ministr |
For more details, please visit our website at:
www.annadwa.org |
