The Social Development Committee
Established in 1982, SDC is a developmental organization that focuses on strengthening and empowering the Arab community in Haifa.
Latest news

Schools Celebrate the International Arabic Language Day, the SDC Conducts Related Activities at 13 Schools
On December 18, the World Arabic Language Day was celebrated, and for the second year in a row, the SDC held activities in Arab schools

SDC celebrates annual Arab Teachers Day
The staff of the SDC has been honouring the Arab teacher in Haifa since 2011 by organising events in recognition of educators’ contribution and dedication. On Wednesday Nov. 30th 2022, SDC staff visited the Arab schools in Haifa and distributed a plaque quoting Ali Bin Abi Talib, ‘Educate your children for the future, for they are not meant to live your times.’

The Social Development Committee Celebrates its 40th Jubilee
Under the title “We Are All For Haifa,” hundreds gathered to celebrate the ruby jubilee for the Social Development Committee of Haifa (SDC). The event which took place on September 20, 2022, had brought together Knesset members, Mayor of Haifa, partner organizations, social leaders and activists, educators as well as many friends and people who participated in SDC’s projects and activities.
Cases
Education in Haifa

Arab Educational System in Haifa
This document portrays the current issues of the Arab Educational system in Haifa. Download (Arabic)
Wadi Nisnas planning

Participation, accountability, and influence: The elements of effective action
The Social Development Committee invites the public to participate in Thursday’s preparatory meeting ahead of the second Haifa municipality meeting on the urban renewal plan
About us
Established in 1982, SDC is a developmental organization that focuses on strengthening and empowering Arab community in Haifa.
Theory of Change
Our mission
Our vision
Our guiding principles
- Get everyone involved & encourage cooperation
- Inspire innovation
- Facilitate learning
- Encourage leadership
- Build on strengths
- Acknowledge possible challenges
- Build lasting relationships
- Celebrate success
- Transparency
Our organizational values
- Innovation and transformation
- Humans’ intrinsic virtue
- Equality
- Respect of diversity
- Solidarity
Latest publications

On the Path of Change, Empowerment & Development
Annual Report 2021 Dear Friends and Partners, We are pleased to present to you the report of activities and projects of the Social Development Committee


Theory of Change and Stratigic Plan
Our theory of Change relies on 38 years of experience.

Arab Educational System in Haifa
This document portrays the current issues of the Arab Educational system in Haifa. Download (Arabic)

“Haifa, History and Memory”
Haifa, History and Memory second edition. Author: Hussien Ighbaria The book contains 17 chapters This book deals with the important history of Haifa and highlights