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Khayari Organization exists to empower young Palestinian women through leadership, skill development, and cultural awareness to create a more equitable and empowered society.
Our vision is to see a resilient community of women leaders driving change and fostering equality across Palestine and the larger world.
Since 2023, Khayari has navigated profound challenges as a Palestinian-led initiative operating amidst ongoing horrors in Palestine and across the Middle East. These struggles are compounded by the personal and collective trauma of loss, survivor guilt, and the erosion of normalcy. Yet, Khayari’s resilience, rooted in steadfastness (sumud), determination, and the support of its community, has been unwavering.
Khayari is more than just an organization; it is a lifeline for young women seeking a community of empowerment, leadership, and economic opportunity in a region fraught with challenges. Khayari successfully trained two cohorts in 2024, offering hope and tools for transformation despite immense hurdles. These outcomes reflect on the organization’s journey, highlighting its impact and its continued commitment to teaching life and inspiring change where it is needed most.
Khayari, meaning 'my choice' in Arabic, embodies our commitment to empowering women by providing a platform that strengthens their agency and supports their growth, enabling them to thrive despite challenging circumstances.
Khayari’s work is grounded in a holistic approach that combines skill development, psychosocial support, conflict management and understanding, cultural heritage preservation, and practical training through internships and beyond to address the essential gaps in self-development and improvement for women. By creating safe and empowering spaces, we aim to address immediate needs while fostering long-term growth which impacts the community by creating mutual support. What makes Khayari stand out is the continuous coaching provided by the team, guiding women through critical life decisions and supporting their personal, career, and leadership pathways in a healthy and empowering manner.
Khayari Organization is an officially registered nonprofit under the Ministry of Interior in Palestine , dedicated to empowering young Palestinian women through leadership, economic opportunity, and community-building programs.
Experience Mission, as an official U.S.-based nonprofit, plays a crucial role in facilitating fundraising efforts for Khayari while also providing volunteer programs that expand Khayari’s reach and visibility. Through this partnership, Khayari gains access to a broader network of people, allowing the organization to promote its cause, engage new supporters, and secure funding for its initiatives.
Beyond fundraising, Experience Mission deeply values Khayari’s voice, wisdom, and perspective. EM is committed to championing Khayari’s leadership and amplifying their impact, ensuring that the experiences, challenges, and aspirations of Palestinian women are recognized in global conversations.
This collaboration strengthens solidarity, advocacy, and resource-sharing, helping Khayari continue its vital mission.

Who is Experience Mission?
EM exists to help people love and serve others like Jesus—sacrificially, hollistically, and whole-heartedly—connecting volunteers to learning and service opportunities across the U.S. and around the world.
You must have a group size of at least 6 members to join this trip. Please view the Small Team trips or call our Servicing Department for more options at 888-475-6414.
For most trips, you must have a group size of at least 6 members. Please view the Small Teams tab on each Community page or call our Servicing Department for more options at 888-475-6414.