About Us
Our Vision
To advance reconciliation, co-existence, peace, and equality through professional trauma healing.
Our Mission
To train and empower Palestinian and Israeli therapists in EMDR to serve as vital agents of change within their local communities. Through their work, we alleviate suffering, foster healing and replace cycles of violence with trust, shared living, and peace.
Our Goals
1. Building a Shared Professional Community
Creating a joint network of EMDR therapists of Israelis and Palestinians working together across conflict lines to promote healing, dialogue, trust, and reconciliation.
2. Professional EMDR Training
Training therapists in the EMDR method and equipping Israeli and Palestinian professionals with clinical tools to treat trauma and reduce pain and suffering.
3. Strengthening Community Resilience
Enhancing local community resilience and developing the capacity to provide specialized trauma intervention and crisis response during emergencies.
4. Advancing Knowledge and Research
Developing clinical knowledge, conducting research, and deepening local expertise in trauma treatment within our region to make EMDR therapy accessible to those affected by the conflict.
Dr. Francine Shapiro on the future of therapy as a tool in conflict situations.
Our Board of Directors
Our Partners & Supporters
Legal Information
In April 2023 the organization was officially registered as a charity.
Our NGO number is 580765493