((The Board of Hope))… An event to support children in Gaza and cancer patients in Jordan

Yesterday, the Hareer Initiative, under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Karma bint Abbas, held the “Painting of Hope” event, with the participation of 30 children from Gaza and children battling cancer.

The activity aimed to empower the children to express their feelings and release their pent-up emotions through art and drawing, recognizing the positive impact this has on their mental health and happiness.

Princess Karma’s presence provided significant moral support to the participating children and conveyed a clear message about the importance of attending to children’s mental health, especially those facing difficult humanitarian and health circumstances.

During the event, Her Royal Highness expressed her delight at participating, emphasizing her deep admiration for the Hareer Initiative and its humanitarian mission. She praised the importance of art therapy as an effective means for children to express their feelings and release their inner turmoil in a positive and safe way.

Her Royal Highness affirmed that such initiatives leave a profound impact on children, contributing to their mental well-being and instilling hope in their hearts, particularly given the difficult circumstances they are experiencing.

The event was made possible with the participation of Oranda Tribe and Sama Al-Tawasi, whose support and active involvement contributed significantly to its success, positively impacting the children’s experience and happiness.

Nihad Dabbas, Director General of the Hareer Initiative, confirmed that the “Paint of Hope” event was launched in 2018 and has engaged thousands of children over the years. He noted that it was the largest painting of hope in the Middle East and continues due to its clear impact on enhancing children’s happiness and supporting their mental well-being.

He added, “The Hareer Initiative believes that art is a healing tool and that hope is the right of every child. Therefore, we are committed to continuing these initiatives that leave a real impact on children’s lives, especially given the difficult circumstances they face.”

The Hareer Initiative expressed its gratitude to Her Royal Highness Princess Karma bint Abbas for her patronage and attendance. It also thanked Oranda Tribe and Sama Al-Tawasi for their valuable contributions, as well as the volunteers and media outlets that helped make the event a success and convey its humanitarian message.