Masarat Principles.pdf

Masarat Centre is an independent non-profit Palestinian organisation specialising in strategic and political studies. It defines its identity as a centre for strategic thinking and policy proposal, seeking to formulate policies and provide practical suggestions to deal with the Palestinian situation.

Thesis of Change: Masarat Centre's strategic plan is based on a thesis of change, employing a participatory methodology to produce knowledge and policies, and investing in the new space of action led by young people.

Strategies for Action: The centre's strategies include commitment to scholarly research, audience analysis, public debate, investment in new spaces of action, and enabling youth participation in research and policy production.

Programmes: Masarat Centre has three main programmes:

1. Research and Policy Programmes: Including Palestine Studies, Zionist Project Study, Annual Conference, National Unity Rebuilding, and Strategic Thought Forum.
2. Youth Capabilities and Initiatives: Including Strategic Thinking and Public Policy, Palestinian Youth Forum, Youth Political Participation, "The Youth Wants" Programme, and Support for Youth in Marginalised Areas.
3. Women's Participation and Initiatives: Including Women's Peace Table and Peace Innovation Challenge.

Goals: Masarat Centre aims to influence the decision-making process, raise awareness of national strategic issues, and provide a platform for democratic debate, while focusing on emerging forces and new forms of struggle and political action.