About us
Sustainable Change for Development (SCD) is a Palestinian non-profit NGO founded in 2019 by social activists dedicated to promoting democratization, development, and peace in the State of Palestine. SCD’s interventions foster mutual understanding and collaboration, aiming to build a productive, healthy foundation for an effective state.
SCD’s mission centers on reinforcing democratic values, supporting state-building initiatives, engaging in environmental action, empowering youth and women, and cultivating a culture of peace. The organization acts as a catalyst for non-violent communication within Palestinian society and among stakeholders. Additionally, SCD supports grassroots movements in achieving their social and political goals, ultimately striving to reduce violence in the Palestinian refugee camps.

Raising Awareness
Raising awareness of civil laws, democratic practice and governance.

Empowerment
Youth and women empowerment in decision-making.

Building Unity and Tolerance in Palestine
Strengthening civil peace, national identity and citizenship, peaceful dialogue, and political tolerance among the various segments of social and political community.

Building a Sustainable Environment
Building a clean and sustainable environment where citizens can adopt sustainable practices to meet their needs without jeopardizing the future generation from meeting their needs of natural resources.

Empowering Palestinians for Peaceful Living
Enhancing the capacity of the Palestinians, especially women and youth, in conflict resolution and peacebuilding towards a quality living standard.

Palestinians' Rights Awareness for Empowerment
Raising Palestinians awareness of their civil, political, social, economic, and environmental rights.
Mission
Our mission is to empower individuals and communities through Advocacy, Capacity Building, and Psychosocial Support. We promote sustainable resource management and environmental justice, strengthen political and social participation among Palestinian youth, and enhance social justice. We are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for all, providing the necessary support for emotional and mental well-being, and enabling every person to thrive and contribute to a progressive and just society.
Vision
An empowered, aware, sustainable, progressive, and entrepreneurial society.
SCD TEAM
The dedicated SCD team is the secret of the organization’s success. Each member contributes their talents and hard work towards achieving SCD’s objectives, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
BOARD MEMBERS
Mustafa Qut
Secretary
Mohammad Shafie
Treasury
Sanad Hamdan
Chairman deputy
Yousef Abdallah Alqader
Chairman
Jumana Musmar
Member
Nadia Dwikat
Member
Jubier Shtayeh
Member
