STAR FOR LIFE

EDUCATION

With Star for Life Education, we want to empower youth in East Jerusalem with the life skills they need to make the most of their education and help them realise their aspirational dreams for a better life in a city and society that is defined by social cohesion, and sustainable peace and prosperity.

SFL Education mission is to empower young people to realize their dreams and unlock their potential. We achieve this through our two core components: Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program and the Holistic school model. The expected outcomes include reduced drop-out rates, improved learning outcomes, and higher levels of mental well-being. Learners will gain a stronger sense of personal agency, both in realizing their individual dreams and in contributing towards sustainable development for the communities. The program interfaced with the existing curricula in the participating schools. Classroom sessions in the formal part of the school day become complemented with group activities in the afternoon. The program includes out-of-school trips and activities that help broaden learners’ perspectives and offer unique experiences. In September 2022, 831 students from 4 schools entered the pilot phase. The program will be scaled-up incrementally throughout East Jerusalem as support and demand grow among stakeholders, and additional funding becomes available.

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PAZ COHEN

Managing Director
Star for Life Education

paz@sfljerusalem.org