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N.I.C.O. Spaces celebrate Palestinian traditions through intergenerational learning

The N.I.C.O. Spaces project, created by the Trust of Programs for Early Childhood, Family, and Community Education (TRUST) and International Child Development Initiatives (ICDI) to honour the legacy of ICDI co-founder Nico van Oudenhoven, began in September 2025 and has since fostered nurturing, intergenerational learning environments across TRUST’s community centres. Throughout the villages of Shu’fat,…
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Reflecting on International Day of the Girl 2025: Standing with Girls and Children in Gaza

On 11 October, the world marked International Day of the Girl, a day to celebrate and amplify the voices, actions, and leadership of girls everywhere. This year’s theme, “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead: Girls on the Frontlines of Crisis,” honoured girls who are leading change even in the most challenging circumstances. Across…
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N.I.C.O Spaces: A new project in Palestine honoring ICDI’s co-founder, Nico van Oudenhoven

To honour the legacy of Nico van Oudenhoven, not only by remembering him but by living according to his values and vision, ICDI, together with our Palestinian partner Trust, is launching a new initiative in Palestine. One of Nico’s most powerful principles was “go where the pain is most severe.” With that in mind, we…
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