Vision, Mission & Values
The philosophical and value foundations on which Dar al-Kalima University is built
Vision
That We Might Have Life and Have It Abundantly.
Mission
Dar al-Kalima University is a private, non-profit Palestinian institution of higher education dedicated to cultivating creative generations of leaders through excellence in arts, culture, and design. We provide innovative, high-quality academic programs and lifelong learning grounded in critical, entrepreneurial thinking, rigorous research, and active civic engagement.
Our Guiding Principles
All of Dar al-Kalima University's work is anchored in the following principles.
In a context of continuing Nakba, refuge and deprivation
DAK believes in the value of education for the flourishing of the individual and the building of human capital.
In a context of too much demoralization and disorientation
DAK believes in promoting art and culture to improve quality of life and build a dynamic Palestinian identity.
In a context of too much politics
DAK believes in caring for the polis.
In a context of exclusive forms of belief
DAK believes in investing in a culture of inclusion.
In a context of segregation and spatial fragmentation
DAK believes in building bridges and platforms for intercultural dialogue.
In a context of discrimination against women
DAK believes in advocating and bolstering gender equality.
In a context of despair
DAK believes in creating room for hope and civic engagement.
In a context of deteriorated human values and conditions
DAK believes in offering space for a culture of life.
In a context of restriction and suppression of thought
DAK believes in promoting freedom of expression and thought.
In a context of intellectual stagnation
DAK believes in broadening horizons.
In a context of high unemployment
DAK believes in empowering the individual through quality education, enhancing their employability.
In a context of too much consumption
DAK believes in stimulating producers and encouraging innovation and social entrepreneurship.
In a context of prohibition and racial discrimination
DAK believes in broadening the de-colonization of knowledge.
In a context of drastic climate change
DAK believes in protecting and developing the environment.