Al-Quds University, a prominent institution in Jerusalem, has long been committed to not only providing quality education but also fostering social responsibility among its students and staff. By encouraging participation in public activities and community events, the university has managed to mobilize an impressive number of volunteers, totaling 3,710 individuals who have collectively contributed 206,710 hours to various initiatives in the last year. This article highlights the impact of this exceptional commitment to volunteerism and its ripple effect on the surrounding communities.
A Culture of Giving Back:
At Al-Quds University, the value of giving back to the community is deeply ingrained in its culture. With a strong emphasis on social responsibility, the university encourages students and staff to engage in volunteer activities that address local needs and promote a sense of unity. This has led to the formation of various clubs and societies focused on volunteerism, including initiatives related to education, health, environment, and social welfare.
Impressive Numbers, Lasting Impact:
The dedication to volunteerism at Al-Quds University is evident in the statistics: 3,710 volunteers, including students and staff, have actively participated in numerous community initiatives, contributing a staggering 206,710 hours of their time. These efforts have not only improved the lives of countless individuals but have also fostered a strong sense of camaraderie among the volunteers themselves.
Notable Initiatives:
Several outstanding volunteer initiatives have emerged from Al-Quds University, demonstrating its commitment to addressing various community needs. Some of these include:
The Ripple Effect:
Al-Quds University’s dedication to volunteerism serves as an example to other institutions and communities worldwide. By fostering a culture of giving back and supporting initiatives that address critical community needs, the university has made a lasting impact on both its students and the surrounding communities. Through their collective efforts, these 3,710 volunteers have demonstrated the power of unity and the profound change that can be achieved when people come together to make a difference.
Al-Quds University’s dedication to volunteerism serves as an example to other institutions and communities worldwide. By fostering a culture of giving back and supporting initiatives that address critical community needs, the university has made a lasting impact on both its students and the surrounding communities. Through their collective efforts, these 2,910 volunteers have demonstrated the power of unity and the profound change that can be achieved when people come together to make a difference.
| From | To | Activity name | Number of volunteers | Number of hours per volunteer | Total hours for all volunteers |
| 9/29/2022 | 9/29/2022 | Providing the association with volunteers from all fields for various activities | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 6/23/2022 | 6/23/2022 | A meeting at the university with the students of Al-Bustan camp | 4 | 4 | 16 |
| 17/5/2022 | 18/5/2022 | A recreational activity for children in Jerusalem | 30 | 10 | 300 |
| 7/11/2022 | 7/11/2022 | Activities for Abu Dis School | 10 | 4 | 40 |
| 6/22/2022 | 6/22/2022 | An open activity for children | 30 | 6 | 180 |
| 8/23/2022 | 8/23/2022 | An open activity in Burj Al-Luqluq | 16 | 5 | 80 |
| 6/9/2022 | 9/9/2022 | arrangement in the halls | 25 | 25 | 625 |
| 12/9/2022 | 14/9/2022 | Arrangement of paint stores | 5 | 20 | 100 |
| 3/19/2023 | 3/19/2023 | Art workshop for children <Fanous Made in Jerusalem> | 15 | 5 | 75 |
| 9/12/2022 | 9/12/2022 | Assistance in services provided to the poor | 30 | 4 | 120 |
| 3/11/2023 | 3/11/2023 | Cleaning the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque | 40 | 5 | 200 |
| 21/5/2022 | 22/5/2022 | Conference O Mahalla Jerusalem | 40 | 10 | 400 |
| 7/6/2022 | 8/6/2022 | Conference of the Women’s Association | 6 | 14 | 84 |
| 4/11/2022 | 30/11/2022 | Distribution of questionnaires to villages, camps and Bedouin communities | 20 | 40 | 800 |
| 10/9/2022 | 14/9/2022 | Drawing murals | 7 | 40 | 280 |
| 6/17/2022 | 6/17/2022 | Environmental Science Centre | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 8/24/2022 | 8/24/2022 | Extracurricular recreational activities | 13 | 4 | 52 |
| 9/3/2022 | 9/3/2022 | Guiding students of the language and thinking course | 100 | 5 | 500 |
| 1/2/2023 | 7/3/2023 | Halt Praise | 100 | 30 | 3000 |
| 10/10/2022 | 10/10/2022 | Heritage today | 150 | 6 | 900 |
| 6/11/2022 | 6/11/2022 | Implementation of an open activity for children under the supervision of Burj Al-Luqluq Association | 25 | 5 | 125 |
| 8/5/2022 | 11/5/2022 | International Employment Day | 40 | 30 | 1200 |
| 5/12/20222 | 5/12/20222 | International Volunteer Day / multiple activities | 300 | 8 | 2400 |
| 8/11/2022 | 8/11/2022 | International Youth Day | 30 | 7 | 210 |
| 6/23/2022 | 6/23/2022 | Introducing the students to the village of Aboud | 30 | 5 | 150 |
| 3/7/2023 | 3/7/2023 | Jerusalem Marathon | 20 | 5 | 100 |
| 7/5/2022 | 8/5/2022 | Local planning conference | 50 | 16 | 800 |
| 1/4/2022 | 1/5/2022 | Loyalty shares holders with the Jerusalem Endowment | 300 | 50 | 15000 |
| 6/5/2022 | 6/5/2022 | Meteorological workshop | 5 | 5 | 25 |
| 22/11/2022 | 22/11/2022 | Organize a tournament in the gym | 20 | 6 | 120 |
| 29/7/2022 | 31/7/2022 | Organizing graduation parties | 450 | 8 | 3600 |
| 8/4/2022 | 29/4/2022 | Organizing worshipers at Al-Aqsa | 100 | 50 | 5000 |
| 3/19/2023 | 3/19/2023 | Orthodox Benevolent Refuge | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 14/4/2022 | 3/20/2023 | Other in public activities and community events | 885 | 180 | 159300 |
| 10/11/2022 | 10/11/2022 | Palestinian Cultural Day | 28 | 6 | 168 |
| 3/13/2023 | 3/13/2023 | Palestinian Culture Day | 20 | 5 | 100 |
| 2/14/2023 | 2/14/2023 | Provide volunteers for the Association of the Visually Impaired | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 9/10/2022 | 9/10/2022 | Providing the civil defense orphanage with volunteers on the occasion of the Prophet’s birthday | 20 | 7 | 140 |
| 5/8/2022 | 5/8/2022 | Scientific research conference | 30 | 8 | 240 |
| 17/7/2023 | 27/7/2023 | steam camp 1 | 10 | 50 | 500 |
| 5/8/2022 | 20/8/2022 | steam camp 2 | 30 | 50 | 1500 |
| 14/8/2022 | 17/8/2022 | Summer camp for children | 40 | 30 | 1200 |
| 6/18/2022 | 6/18/2022 | Summer camp for children in Jerusalem | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 6/3/2022 | 6/3/2022 | Tala Cultural Center | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 1/9/2022 | 26/9/2022 | TEDX | 50 | 50 | 2500 |
| 2/19/2023 | 2/19/2023 | The first youth conference with the Foundation | 30 | 5 | 150 |
| 6/19/2022 | 6/19/2022 | The Sons of Jerusalem Club volunteered | 12 | 5 | 60 |
| 12/12/2022 | 12/12/2022 | Tree lighting ceremony | 300 | 6 | 1800 |
| 1/2/2023 | 28/2/2023 | Volunteer in the banking institution | 10 | 40 | 400 |
| 12/6/2022 | 14/6/2022 | Volunteer in the municipality of Al-Eizariya | 4 | 20 | 80 |
| 9/3/2022 | 9/3/2022 | Volunteers to guide at the Science Museum | 60 | 4 | 240 |
| 1/8/2022 | 3/8/2022 | Welcoming new students | 100 | 15 | 1500 |
| 2/13/2023 | 2/13/2023 | Workshop <Training and Capacity Building for Youth> | 20 | 5 | 100 |
