BAX Newsletter.pdf

BAX reflects on 2011's Arab political upheavals, noting the resilience of young Arab people. BAX had two major initiatives: up-skilling youth trainers in Gaza and hosting Palestinian emerging civil society leaders. They have a new website, management team, and chairman, John Battle, who replaces Roger Spooner. The organization remains 100% volunteer-run and needs support. A delegation of Palestinian civil society leaders visited the UK, participating in the Building the Future Leadership Training Programme, gaining insights into UK society and sharing their visions. One participant reflected on their experience, noting the program taught them that change is possible but not easy. BAX thanks supporters and seeks donations to cover a £1000 shortfall. The organization introduces its new chair, John Battle, a former Labour minister, who will lead BAX in building bridges between young British and Arab emerging leaders.