Healing Beyond the Headlines

Building a Movement of Hope for Palestinian Children

Presentation and Q&A with Rami Khader, Founder and Executive Director of Anar for Empowerment & Psychosocial Support

Monday, September 21, 2026
7:00pm–8:30pm
St. John’s Lutheran Church
500 Third St W, Northfield, MN 55057
More information and optional RSVP here.

This presentation highlights Anar’s work with children and caregivers over the past three
years through stories, videos, and reflections from Anar’s psychosocial accompaniment
teams. It explores the challenges facing communities in Gaza and the West Bank,
including the impact of conflict, displacement, and settler violence, while also
showcasing stories of resilience, healing, and hope.

Through Rami’s presentation, participants will hear directly from children, caregivers,
and frontline staff, gaining insight into the realities they face and the strength they
demonstrate every day. The presentation will also feature key highlights from Anar’s
work, including the impact of its psychosocial accompaniment model, pilot programs
and future directions in Gaza, and Anar’s first storybook written by children for children.

This event is sponsored by Northfielders for Justice in Palestine/Israel (NJP/I).