VOICED: Palestinian labourers find work away from settlements

The video discusses the development of Rawabi, a new city in the West Bank, aimed at providing 6000 new homes and boosting the local economy. It highlights the significant investment from Qatar and the potential for job creation, offering Palestinians work away from Israeli settlements. A worker shares his experience of transitioning to Rawabi, emphasizing the honor of working there. The video also touches on the need to boycott Israeli settlements and create alternative opportunities for Palestinian workers. The long-term vision for Rawabi is to become a thriving metropolis, providing jobs for thousands and serving as a model for future developments.

What is the primary goal of the Rawabi project?

• To revitalize the area with new Palestinian homes

• To establish a new industrial zone

• To build a shopping mall

• To create a new Jewish settlement

Why did Bernard decide to work in Rawabi?

• He was offered a higher salary

• He wanted to work closer to his family

• He found it honorable to work in the West Bank

• He was forced to leave his previous job

Which country provided the majority of the investment for the Rawabi project?

• United States

• Qatar

• Saudi Arabia

• United Arab Emirates

What is the expected number of jobs the Rawabi project aims to create?

• Between 1,000 and 2,000

• Between 3,000 and 4,000

• More than 10,000

• Between 5,000 and 10,000

What is the anticipated timeline for Rawabi to be fully operational?

• Immediately

• Within a year

• In a decade

• In several years