Author Archives: Miranda Pinch

You will hear a lot about Hamed on this blog. he is an incredible man with apparently boundless energy and passion in working towards the well being of anyone he sees in need. He is Director of the Hebron International Resources Network, … Continue reading →

I have noticed over the years that those who want to discredit Palestinians either show pockets of Palestinian affluence as proof that they are actually doing rather well under Israeli occupation or, where there are areas of real deprivation, that … Continue reading →

I had just one day in Jerusalem on this visit. I always like to begin in Jerusalem and spend a couple of nights there to acclimatize.  It is always interesting to see the changes, sometimes subtle, as well as to … Continue reading →

  In the week of the first anniversary of last summer’s Gaza war both the Lords and the Commons have opportunities this week to highlight the findings of the United Nations report by the American judge Mary McGowan Davis into … Continue reading →

HIRN-Q1-2015-Final-Version HIRN works on a number of fronts. Its activities aim at trying to provide the basic services for the targeted communities. These services include community support, kindergarten sponsorship, making schooling and higher education affordable and within reach of many, … Continue reading →