About Manbat

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About foundation

Founded in 2024 by young Jerusalemites, MANBAT is a pioneering organization dedicated to promoting advanced research and professional development (capacity building) to drive social change in Jerusalem — with a particular focus on East Jerusalem.

Through research, capacity building, and cross-sector collaboration, Manbat strengthens community resilience in East Jerusalem. By providing data-driven insights and professional training, the organization supports the creation of sustainable solutions for ongoing social, economic, and political challenges.

Vision

A thriving, data-driven civil society in Jerusalem — where professionals from multiple sectors collaborate to improve quality of life through research and capacity building.

Our mission

Conduct rigorous research on critical issues affecting Jerusalem.
Enhance evidence-based solutions.
Build and develop capacity among mid-level professionals, encouraging them to contribute to positive social change in Jerusalem.

Our Approach

Our approach is grounded in three key pillars:

Provenance of Research – We generate actionable insights to guide effective community development.
Provenance of Professional Capacities – We enhance the skills of professionals across various sectors.
Provenance of Support and Networking – We foster collaboration through networks that connect professionals and organizations.