Palestinian youth represent a significant share of the population—yet many continue to face limited pathways to decent work and meaningful participation, especially under difficult economic conditions. For years, the gap between education outcomes and labor market needs has left many talented graduates without clear opportunities to gain experience, build networks, or translate their potential into livelihoods.

In 2012, Sharek Youth Forum launched Tamayyaz—Arabic for “to excel”—as a strategic response to youth unemployment and widening opportunity gaps. The programme goes beyond traditional employability support. It equips young people with practical skills, leadership competencies, and a strong sense of citizenship—helping them navigate professional life, contribute to their communities, and lead positive change.

Over more than a decade, Tamayyaz has grown into a nationally recognized model of youth empowerment, engaging participants across the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Gaza. Supported by the European Union and delivered in collaboration with a wide network of public and private partners, Tamayyaz continues to strengthen youth readiness, resilience, and long-term opportunity pathways.

Tamayyaz is more than a programme—it is a growing platform of excellence, creativity, and youth-led impact.

Tamayyaz is built around four transformative pillars that work together to shape a complete youth development journey—one that connects skills to purpose, and opportunity to responsibility: