Newsletter (January to April) 2021

APN organized an important meeting of land experts as part of a regional study it is developing on land & conflict in the Arab world

APN held an expert meeting titled "Land and Conflict in the Arab Region,” in cooperation with the UN-HABITAT and the Global Land Tool Network (GLTN)

Occupation forces confiscate olive trees during APN tree-planting campaign

Israeli occupation forces have confiscated olive trees as the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature was about to plant them in Jabal Al Jumjuma near Hebron.

Green Caravan in Aqaba for first time to plant more than 1500 fruit trees

The Green Caravan has arrived in Aqaba Governorate for the first time to plant 1525 fruit trees to benefit 28 farmers.

APN and the Arab Network for Food Sovereignty (ANFS) complete an important report on the reality of global food security for the UN Committee on World Food Security (CFS)

The 45-page report was finalized after three months of in-depth research and gathering opinions from around the world. It was discussed at the meeting of the 47th session of the Committee on World Food Security.

Zuayter invited by several parties to speak in series of dialogues on normalization

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature has been invited to a number of different events to speak about the realities of normalization and make recommendations on confronting it. They were invited to speak at the General Arab Conference 'United against Normalization', the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad, and other events organized by Women for Jerusalem and BDS Egypt.

APN plants 2,200 trees in Jerusalem, Bethlehem,  and Ramallah with the support of the Women’s Cultural and Social Society of Kuwait.

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature (APN) planted 2,200 fruit trees to benefit 22 farmers who support 146 individuals in the governorates of Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Ramallah, with the support of the Women’s Cultural and Social Society of Kuwait.

APN plants 1000 trees on the lands of 10 farmers in Jordan

As part of APN's Green Caravan program and through the “Leaf a Mark" initiative, APN planted 1000 trees in various governorates of the Kingdom for the benefit of ten farmers.

APN commemorates Land Day by planting 1000 trees in Jerusalem

The Arab Group For The Protection of Nature planted 1000 olive trees on 40 dunums in Jerusalem to commemorate Land Day. The tree-planting campaign was supported by the Global Campaign to Return to Palestine and was implemented in partnership with Al Nahda Rural Society

APN plants 2000 trees to support farmers who are being harassed by settlers

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 2000 fruit trees in Hebron and Ramallah. The tree-planting campaign was supported by Ayla Oasis Development Company and implemented in partnership with the Ramallah Farmers' Association.

During its participation in CFS conference… APN & ANFS states: "support continues to flow towards sustaining conflicts that destroy food systems "

From February 9-11, APN and ANFS participated in the 47th session of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS), where an event was devoted to discussing the implementation of the “Framework for Action for Food Security and Nutrition in Protracted Crises,” the document approved by CFS after three years of negotiations, in which APN led the international civil society delegation.

Centre for Freedom and Justice Colorado hosts Rami Barhoush to talk about the Million Tree Campaign 

Vice-Chair of the Board at the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature, Mr. Rami Barhoush, was interviewed by the Centre for Freedom and Justice Colorado (CFJ) as part of an online interview series.

Al Jaajaa: we must continue our green resistance

Hassan Al Jaajaa, Chairman of the Scientific Committee of the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature, warned against frustration, inaction, and surrender to the escalating waves of Arab normalization with the Israeli entity.

APN holds a lecture and a dialogue session on food security for 15 young activists at the invitation of the Yaroub Development Association

APN held an awareness lecture and lively dialogue session in which 15 young activists of Yaroub Charity Development Association (ages 20-30) participated.

Abu Issa Holding supports APN with planting trees in West Bank village

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 1000 fruit trees in a village near Ramallah. The tree-planting campaign was supported by Abu Issa Holding and implemented in partnership with the Ramallah Farmers' Association. The trees were planted on 36 dunums.

The Arab for the Protection of Nature participates in the premier forum for global environmental organizations (UNEِA)

APN made effective interventions during its participation in the UNEP Global Major Groups and Stakeholders Forum (GMGSF) over three long days. The forum sought to collect conclusions and demands into a single statement presented to the United Nations Environmental Association (UNEA) of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).

APN plants 1000 trees near Jerusalem on land threatened with confiscation on anniversary of Land Day

On the 45th anniversary of Land Day (March 30, 2021), the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 1000 olive trees on ​​40 dunums in a village near Jerusalem with the support of volunteers in Palestine.

APN and Amman Municipality plant trees at Al Uhud Security Centre

As part of a ceremonial event organized by the Public Security Directorate on The Day of the Tree, the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 230 fruit trees on land surrounding the Al Uhud Security Centre in cooperation with the Greater Amman Municipality.

APN plants 2000 trees in Ramallah and Nablus with the support of Hikma Pharmaceuticals

On February 15, APN planted 2000 olive, citrus, and almond trees in Ramallah and Nablus for the benefit of 20 farmers who support 124 family members, with support from Hikma Pharmaceuticals.

Foreign activists contribute to cultivating 14 dunums of land in Jerusalem in honor of their friend, known for his commitment to Palestine

In an initiative that embodies the meaning of friendship and honor, a group of foreign activists covered the cost of planting 215 olive, grape, and almond trees with APN.

APN plants 1000 trees to benefit 11 farmers in 6 governorates in cooperation with Naua

the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 1000 fruit trees on 25 dunums in the governorates of Irbid, Ajloun, Amman, Madaba, Karak, and the Jordan Valley.

APN and Al-Qadri Nurseries distribute 25000 seedlings for free during Ramadan

On the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, Al-Qadiri Agricultural Nurseries and the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature launched a campaign to distribute 25000 grape seedlings for free to citizens to promote agriculture and enhance food security.

APN and Kuwait Environment Protection Society teach children about agriculture and the environment

APN’s "If Only You Knew" program and Kuwait Environment Protection Society’s “For Each Spring Flower” program delivered an environmental awareness lecture to 15 children from Palestine, Jordan, Qatar, and Algeria.

APN presents recommendations at preparatory meeting for UN Food Systems Summit

During their participation in a meeting of major groups, the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature said that the strategic partnership between the UN and the World Economic Forum should not be at the expense of fair food systems.

The Royal Films hosts Hassan Al-Jaajaa to comment at a screening of The Golden Harvest, a film about the olive tree

The Royal Film Commission hosted APN Scientific Committee Director, Hassan Al-Jaajaa, to speak following a viewing of the film The Golden Harvest, which narrates the six thousand year relationship between the peoples of the region and the olive tree.

APN implements small agricultural projects to empower Palestinian women

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature plants 350 grape trees on 4 dunums owned by a women's cooperative in Nablus Governorate.

APN plants 500 trees in Dulayl

APN planted 500 trees on ten dunums of land Dulayl, Zarqa with support from Lafarge Concrete Jordan.

APN advocates for a stop to wars and support to small farmers at Arab Regional Food Systems Dialogue

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature called for involving civil society networks and organizations working in the agricultural and food production sectors in decisions related to food system policies and allowing them the right to be part of monitoring and accountability processes.

Standing with the farmers of Ramallah...  APN plants 1000 trees with support from Al Tumayr

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 1000 trees with a variety of olives, grapes, and almonds on 40 dunums in a village near Ramallah.

Hundreds of trees to be planted in celebration of Mother’s Day

Hundreds of children participated in APN’s annual Mother's Day campaign this year. These children took the initiative to donate to plant a fruit tree in the names of their mothers.

Zuayter at the "Palestinian Women Away from the Homeland" Festival: "We have a responsibility to cooperate to create sustainable development in Palestine, away from international donor funding."

Razan Zuayter, President of The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature, participated as a speaker at the "Palestinian Woman Abroad" festival at the invitation of the Palestinian Forum in Britain, on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of Land Day.

APN plants 1000 trees on land threatened with confiscation near Nablus and Hebron

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 1000 olive and grape trees on ​​40 dunums split between villages in Nablus and Hebron. The tree-planting campaign was supported by Omar and Ghalia Qattan. The trees will benefit 7 farmers, who support 60 people.

APN plants 600 trees on 16 dunums in Hebron with support from the Humam Darwaza Company

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 600 fruit trees on 16 dunums in Hebron Governorate.

APN plants 200 trees in Madaba with the support of Network International

APN planted 200 Nabali olive trees on the lands of a struggling small farmer in Al-Faiha’a, Madaba Governorate, with the support of Network International. The planting covered 5 dunums of land and was carried out in cooperation with the Madaba Women's Association, as part of the Green Caravan program.

APN participates in FAO meeting on local agricultural production

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature was invited by the FAO to take part in a high-level dialogue meeting on "Harnessing the local agricultural production system for healthy food systems," which brought together experts from all across Asia, Africa, and the Near East.

APN plants 500 trees near Jerusalem to benefit farmers of land encroached by settlements

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 500 trees on 20 dunums near Jerusalem. The tree-planting campaign was supported by REALSOFT Advanced Applications

APN plants 500 fruit trees on 12 dunums in Hebron with support of Samir Abdel Hadi

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 500 fruit trees on the lands of 4 farmers in a village near Hebron. Samir Abdel Hadi, a member of the Jordanian Senate, contributed towards the tree-planting campaign.

5th-grade students learn how to protect the environment with "If Only You Knew" lectures

APN presented a series of educational lectures as part of the "If Only You Knew” program for 121 fifth graders in al-Hassad Schools.

APN Plants 500 Trees in Jerusalem with the Support of Women for Jerusalem

On February 15, APN planted 500 olive, grape, almond, and citrus trees in occupied Jerusalem with support from the Women for Jerusalem - Bahrain and in partnership with the Rural Renaissance Association.

APN plants 400 trees on 12 dunums threatened with confiscation near Hebron with support from STS and STS PayOne

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 400 trees on 12 dunums in Hebron Governorate. The almond trees will benefit 4 farmers who support 25 individuals.

APN plants trees on the lands of 5 farmers in Madaba with support from Cairo Amman Bank

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 200 trees in Fayhaa near Madaba to benefit 5 farmers who support 30 individuals. 

APN plants trees on 11 dunums near Ramallah to help keep farmers on their lands

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 200 fruit trees on ​​11 dunums. The campaign has benefited 2 farmers who support 20 individuals in the village Ramallah.

APN participates in Ministry of Environment meetings to formulate 'National Framework for Biosafety'

The Ministry of Environment invited the Chair of the Board of the Arab Group for the Protection of Nature, Mrs. Razan Zuayter, to meetings of the 'Supporting the National Framework for Biosafety in Jordan' project. The project seeks to find an effective system for monitoring environmental impacts and examining genetically modified organisms

APN plants 200 trees on land threatened with confiscation near Jerusalem with support of Taher al-Masri

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 200 fruit trees near Jerusalem. The tree-planting campaign was supported by former Jordanian Prime Minister Taher al-Masri, and it was implemented in partnership with Al Nahda Rural Society. The trees will benefit 3 farmers who support 24 family members.

APN plants 200 trees on lands subjected to settler attacks with support from Abu Shakra Trading Company

The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature planted 200 fruit trees on 6 dunums in a village near Ramallah. The occupation has left only 10% of land in the village accessible to its residents.