Under the theme “Taraheeb Al Bedu” (Arabic for “Bedouin Welcoming Chants”), Ruwwad’s Day 2017 marked 10 years of Ruwwad’s presence in Al Beidha, facilitated through its partnership with the Ammarin Bedouin Camp and Al Beidha Cooperative Association. The day was organized by Al Beidha’s youth scholars and included Bedouin poetry, local food, history of the archeological village and “Samer” songs. Guests were introduced to the work of Ruwwad in the Bedouin village and committed to supporting the future of Al Beidha and building on the efforts with 33 youth scholars who accessed university and vocational education, and volunteered at Shams Al Beidha Library. Established in 2008, Al Beidha library is the only public library in the village, which focuses on reinforcing heritage education and enhancing literacy and civic participation. Ruwwad’s Day 2017 also marked the beginning of the initiative “Mayyel Al Beidha”, organized and launched by Al Beidha youth, with the aim of reviving tourism and cultural heritage in the Bedouin village.
