The Association of Palestinian Local Authorities (APLA) made a field visit to the site of the Children’s Park rehabilitation project in ‘Aboud, in coordination with the village council’s technical team. The visit was part of a series of technical follow-ups for sub-grant projects implemented by APLA for local government units (LGUs). Supported the European Union and Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), the initiative seeks to empower LGUs to implement community projects with a lasting impact.
To revive a vital public facility in the town, the project aimed at redeveloping and transforming the Children’s Park into a safe, inclusive community space that responds to the needs of different groups, particularly children. The park is rehabilitated and converted into a safe and inclusive community setting that fulfils developmental and recreational needs of various segments, particularly children, enhancing their opportunities for healthy growth and supporting their mental and physical wellbeing in a stimulating environment.
The project also upgrades the park’s infrastructure with facilities that enable the village council to operate it more effectively as a community hub. It will host small-scale economic activities and local initiatives, contributing to own-source revenues and creating sustainable employment opportunities, especially for youth and women. A key component of the project is the rehabilitation of the outdoor theater, which is expected to reinvigorate the cultural and community scene in the town. The theater will provide an open platform for performances, talents, and group events, enhancing community interaction and strengthening bonds of communication and belonging.
This intervention reflects APLA’s efforts to support LGUs by expanding their development role and strengthening their presence in the public sphere. It promotes sustainable projects that improve quality of life and foster an inclusive community environment that responds to citizens’ needs and addresses the layered challenges to development in Area C.
