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Hanan Al Hroub

Innovator in Nonviolent Teaching

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Date of Birth:

1972

Dheisheh Refugee Camp, Bethlehem

Place of Birth:

Transforming Education in Conflict Zones

Early Life in a Refugee Camp: Her formative years in the Dheisheh Refugee Camp profoundly influenced her commitment to education and nonviolence.
Development of Educational Philosophy: Inspired by the need to address trauma in her own children, she formulated an educational approach that emphasizes nonviolence and play as healing methods.
Global Recognition: In 2016, she was awarded the prestigious Global Teacher Prize, recognizing her contributions to education amid conflict.
Advocacy for Peaceful Teaching Methods: Al Hroub has become an international advocate for nonviolent education, speaking at numerous educational and peace forums.
Author and Educational Leader: Published a book detailing her educational approach, which has been implemented in various schools within Palestine.

Pioneering Nonviolent Educational Practices: Developed a teaching methodology that uses play to deal with trauma, which has been adopted in various educational settings in conflict zones...See More
International Advocacy: Uses her platform to promote the importance of trauma-informed education worldwide, especially in regions affected by conflict.
Training Educators: Conducts workshops and training sessions for teachers on implementing nonviolent education and dealing with trauma in children.
Inspirational Role Model: Inspires educators globally by demonstrating how resilient and innovative teaching methods can overcome the challenges posed by violence and instability...See More
Educational Publications: Her writings and teachings provide a blueprint for educators around the world to understand and implement nonviolent teaching strategies in their own classrooms.