L'Arche - Ma'an lil-Hayat

   Ma’an lil-Hayat (translating to ‘Together for Life’) is the first and only wool felting project in Palestine. Founded in August 2009, Ma’an lil-Hayat brings together people, with and without intellectual disabilities. At L’Arche, they become a family as the project provides a platform for work, celebration, and mutual relationships of friendship and trust. L’Arche objectives are threefold: therapeutic, social, and economic.

   L’Arche is an international organization founded in 1964 by Jean Vanier that is dedicated to the creation and growth of homes, programs, and support networks for people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. Today, it operates in 40 countries and is represented on every continent.

   Natural sheep wool is used in felting works and is purchased from local shepherds and shepherdesses. All products are made in their workshop in Bethlehem. In a world that often looks with disdain on people with developmental disabilities, Ma’an lil-Hayat celebrates their creativity, transparency, and great capacity for joy.

   Wool felting products are perfect for holiday gifts as they reflect the spirit of Bethlehem. You can find their products in Sunbula or at their workshop in Bethlehem. For international shoppers, you can also place orders online on their website.

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Product Selling Points: Dar Annadwa, Bethlehem.

Volunteering Opportunities: support with marketing and fundraising.