Seraj Library Project
Empowering Palestinian Villages, One Library at a Time
In partnership with the Municipality of Al-Mizra’a Al-Sharqiyyeh and the Youth Club, The library was launched in 2012. It is mainly supported by a generous donation from Mrs. Colleen Jersild. This support is in memory of her father, Clyde M. Campbell. It is our biggest and most well-equipped library.
A Wonderful Place
The library in Al-Mizra’a Al-Sharqiyyeh is entirely supported by a generous donation from Mrs. Colleen Jersild. This support is in memory of her father, Clyde M. Campbell. Currently, it is our biggest and most well-equipped library. The community couldn’t wait until the grand opening. Children have been going in and out looking at and reading books standing up while workers are installing rugs and furniture. A Palestinian woman who grew up in America but now lives in that village said: “Since I moved back, I have been hoping for something as wonderful as a library.”
Village location: 20 miles North East of Jerusalem
Population: 5,000
Religion: 100% Muslim
Library location: Municipal Building
Established: 2011
Children served: 1,000
Partner Organization: Village Council and Youth Club