Mission
An independent Foundation dedicated to fostering a vibrant cultural and educational environment that promotes emancipatory thought, knowledge, and creativity.
Vision
A society characterised by justice, freedom, and tolerance, where dialogue thrives and where science, art, and literature are revered, created, and hold global influence.
Context and Strategic Approach
The A. M. Qattan Foundation operates in a context of constant flux shaped by occupation, war, genocide, and global uncertainty. Instead of adopting a
traditional, standardised strategic plan, the Foundation has developed a living, participatory strategy — a flexible, adaptive overarching framework grounded in continuous sense making, experimentation, collective learning, and dialogue.
This framework results from retreats, working groups, and organisational reflection conducted since 2024, synthesising collective analysis and identifying shared direction for 2026–2030 while maintaining the flexibility required to respond to unpredictable and shifting realities.
Cross - cutting Value - driven Commitments
The Foundation translates its organisational values into daily practice through four commitments that guide implementation of all six strategic goals:
- Advancing Palestinian identity(s), imaginaries, and narrative(s) to foster creativity, steadfastness, and self determination.
- Practising solidarity, mutual care, and shared responsibility within the organisation and through strategic partnerships and alliances.
- Opening up physical and digital spaces and programmes for expanded diversity, inclusion, and community access.
- Staying flexible, responsive, and continuity minded, especially in times of crisis, to maximise relevance, effectiveness, and efficiency.
Strategic Goals 2026–2030
- Culture for Liberation
- A Resilient, Decentralised, Independent Cultural Ecosystem
- Child-centred Community based Education
- Front line Educators
- Organisational Culture and Governance
- Resources and Assets
