NGO #15817
About Noor society for People with Disabilities
Noor Association for Persons with Disabilities is a non-governmental, non-profit organization based in Aida Refugee Camp in Bethlehem. Established to serve and advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities, the association provides holistic support through rehabilitation, education, and community integration programs.
The organization works closely with children and adults with disabilities, as well as their families, to promote inclusion, dignity, and independence. Noor Association also implements women-led economic empowerment initiatives, especially targeting mothers of children with disabilities, by offering training, small business support, and local product development such as traditional Palestinian embroidery.
With a strong presence in the refugee camps of Bethlehem, Noor Association is committed to building an inclusive society by fostering partnerships, developing community-based services, and raising awareness on disability rights.
What began as a grassroots initiative to provide basic rehabilitation and support services has since grown into a recognized community-based organization serving hundreds of individuals and families. Over the years, Noor Association has expanded its programs to include educational support, psychosocial services, vocational training, and economic empowerment, with a particular focus on refugee populations and marginalized groups.
The organization’s development was driven by the urgent need for accessible, culturally appropriate services in a context of limited resources and ongoing social and economic hardship. Today, Noor Association continues to grow, building strong partnerships and advocating for the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities across the Bethlehem area.
We are committed to fostering community awareness, building inclusive environments, and promoting the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities through partnerships, grassroots action, and holistic, family-centered approaches.
To provide comprehensive rehabilitation services for children and adults with disabilities in refugee and marginalized communities.
To support inclusive education by offering academic, behavioral, and psychosocial interventions tailored to individual needs.
To economically empower women—particularly mothers of children with disabilities—through vocational training and small-scale income-generating initiatives.
To raise awareness about the rights of persons with disabilities and promote social inclusion and accessibility at all levels.
To build partnerships with local and international organizations to enhance service delivery and resource mobilization.
To advocate for disability rights and influence public policy to ensure equal opportunities and protection under the law.
To strengthen families and caregivers through counseling, capacity-building, and community-based support systems.
Provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy services tailored to the needs of children and adults with disabilities.
Special Education Unit
Offers individualized educational support, behavior therapy, and inclusive learning programs for children with disabilities.
Psychosocial Support Unit
Delivers counseling, family support, and mental health interventions for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers.
Women’s Empowerment and Vocational Training Unit
Focuses on training, income generation, and economic empowerment initiatives for women, especially mothers of children with disabilities.
Community Outreach and Advocacy Unit
Leads awareness campaigns, disability rights advocacy, and community engagement activities.
Administrative and Financial Department
Oversees organizational management, donor relations, reporting, and day-to-day operations.