The Yabous Cultural Center^[1] (YCC) is a Palestinian non-governmental organization based in Jerusalem. The YCC was established in 1995 when a number of artists and cultural enthusiasts thought about centralizing the movement of performing arts in Jerusalem. Suhail Khoury, a Palestinian musician and the Director General of Edward Said National Conservatory of Music , was at the forefront of the idea and founded the center in 1997.

The center aims at reviving the cultural scene in Jerusalem and supporting Arab art that reflects its historical, cultural, religious, and political character.

Today, YCC is considered the largest cultural center in Jerusalem. Since its establishment, the YCC has been engaged in producing and organizing cultural events in different genres of the performing arts, including the musical, literary, cinematic, and choreographic arts, and creating spaces for art and other exhibitions and special programs for youth, kids, and women.

In addition to its own programs that focus on Jerusalem and its people, the center also hosts events and programs for other Palestinian organizations.

The center’s activities and events can further be explored here.

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