The “Influential Women” group in Jisr az-Zarqa, in cooperation with the Jisr az-Zarqa Heritage Center, hosted yesterday (Saturday) a delegation from the “Creative Women” group from the Ajami neighborhood in Jaffa, as part of a day of acquaintance and strengthening cultural and social networking between women’s groups from Arab towns.

The visit included an extensive field tour across the neighborhoods of Jisr az-Zarqa and its heritage and archaeological landmarks, passing by the separation wall between the village and the city of Caesarea, the new neighborhood west of the bridge, and the Jisr az-Zarqa Museum and Gallery, in addition to a visit to the “Daughter of the Earth” center. The day concluded with a tour of the seashore and the fishermen’s village, followed by a shared lunch.

At the “Daughter of the Earth” center, a networking and acquaintance meeting was held, where activist and member of “Influential Women” Sahira Jarbaan presented the vision and goals of the Jisr az-Zarqa group, emphasizing the importance of cooperation and building bridges with Arab women’s groups from different towns.

Jaffa group facilitator Yusra Ashour also presented the vision, goals, and activities of the “Creative Women” group in Jaffa, highlighting the role of women in social and cultural action.

During the meeting, the coordinator of “Influential Women,” Duaa Rashwan, praised the visit, expressing appreciation for the constructive interaction between the two groups and affirming the group’s readiness to continue cooperation and develop joint programs that contribute to empowering women in Jisr az-Zarqa and strengthening their community presence.

The delegation also visited the Jisr az-Zarqa Museum and Gallery, where Sami Al-Ali, Director of the Jisr az-Zarqa Heritage Center and researcher, delivered a historical lecture on the challenges facing the village and its socio-economic development paths, presenting key programs and projects of the center.

At the end of the day, participants emphasized the importance of deepening communication between Arab women’s groups, exchanging experiences, and strengthening the role of women in cultural and community initiatives, in a way that reinforces their active presence in creating change and impact.