Who We Are?
Psychological and Developmental Relief Society is a legally constituted and officially licensed non-profit humanitarian society, operating under the authority of internationally recognized governmental institutions, with a specialized mandate to deliver emergency psychological relief and rigorously designed, evidence-based community development interventions that respond to fragility, strengthen resilience, and uphold human dignity.
Board of Directors of the Society :
Dr. Amna M. A. Hmad
Chairperson & Founding Director
Dr. Amna is a senior academic in psychology and mental health, and an experienced humanitarian leader with extensive expertise in crisis management, psychological interventions, and institutional governance. She founded the Psychological and Developmental Relief Society and fully oversaw the preparation of its Constitution, internal regulations, and all organizational policies, while designing its administrative, operational, and financial structure with precision to ensure sustainable psychological and developmental services delivered with the highest standards of efficiency and transparency.
Dr. Amna’s vision focuses on promoting mental stability, strengthening the resilience of vulnerable communities, and safeguarding human dignity. She has led large-scale programs supporting affected populations and displaced communities, guiding them from critical emergency phases to psychological and social stability. Today, she dedicates her full academic and field expertise to developing integrated programs that uphold professional and humanitarian excellence in psychological relief and community development.
Major General Abdal-Fattah Hamail
Vice-Chair of the Board
Major General Abdel Fattah Hamail is a retired senior police officer with extensive experience in crisis management and civilian protection in conflict zones. He applies his professional expertise to support the Psychological and Developmental Relief Society’s programs, aiming to safeguard Palestinian communities and strengthen their resilience amid ongoing conflicts.
Ms. Walaa Maala
Board Secretary
Ms. Walaa Maala is an experienced humanitarian professional with extensive expertise in applying humanitarian standards and risk management. She maintains wide networks with local and regional humanitarian organizations and philanthropic partners, contributing her skills and experience to support the Society’s programs and ensure effective humanitarian impact and beneficiary protection.
Ms. Ahlam Tabasi
Treasurer
Ms. Ahlam Tabasi is a distinguished legal advisor with extensive experience in community work and humanitarian projects. She applies comprehensive legal guidance across all operational areas before initiating any humanitarian mission, ensuring that services are delivered to beneficiaries with dignity and integrity, while upholding professional standards within the Society.
Dr. Somaya Al-Sayegh
Board Member
Dr. Somaya Al-Sayegh is a senior academic in nursing sciences and the Dean of Al-Rawda College. She brings extensive expertise in emergency interventions and life-saving procedures, contributing her academic and leadership experience to guide the Society’s programs, conduct scientific workshops, and deliver comprehensive awareness initiatives, supporting humanitarian projects with professional efficiency and effective emergency response.
Dr. Ataallah Tarzi
Board Member
Dr. Ataallah Tarzi is a licensed physician with a respected presence in the local community. He brings extensive medical expertise and skills, guiding the Society’s medical interventions with a particular focus on mental health support, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive and effective healthcare services to beneficiaries.
Dr. Anwar Matar
Board Member
Dr. Anwar Matar is a university professor with extensive experience in community guidance and rehabilitation. He possesses wide networks and recognized leadership skills, contributing his expertise to the Society’s programs to strengthen social stability and effectively develop the capacities of local communities.
Executive Directors & Coordinators :
Eng. Aya
Executive Director & Co-Founder
Eng. Aya possesses extensive and distinguished experience in humanitarian work and community development projects, with strong leadership skills in coordination, management, and program administration. She fully established the General Management Committee to ensure optimal outcomes and continuous oversight, and she founded the field and financial committees, which form the backbone for executing the Society’s strategic initiatives.
Eng. Aya was among the first to establish the Society’s field teams, acting as the operational arm of the Board’s vision and ensuring the efficient delivery of humanitarian services. She brings a youthful and ambitious perspective, blending realism and innovation, and demonstrates unwavering commitment to professional and humanitarian standards across all executive programs and initiatives.
Dr. Abdelaziz – General Supervisor and Senior Advisor of the Society
Dr. Abdelaziz is a highly skilled and senior professional with exceptional oversight capabilities and a strategic vision in general governance. He is credited with establishing the Society’s foundational operational framework and supervising the drafting and oversight of organizational policies in close collaboration with the Chairperson of the Board. He also established the General Oversight Committee, which monitors the Society’s operations comprehensively to ensure transparency and efficiency. Dr. Abdelaziz played a key role in creating transparent and robust structures that ensure the continuity of the Society’s work, operational efficiency, and the delivery of humanitarian programs with integrity and measurable impact across all initiatives.
Dr. AbdalKareem – Director of Project Management Committee and Founding Member
Dr. AbdalKareem is a highly skilled and dynamic leader with extensive expertise in project management and organizational leadership. He spearheaded the establishment of the Project Management Committee, ensuring optimal project outcomes, rigorous impact measurement, and the integration of lessons learned into future initiatives. In addition, he played a pivotal role in founding other specialized committees within the Society, significantly enhancing operational efficiency, program effectiveness, and the Society’s overall capacity to deliver meaningful humanitarian impact.
Dr. Abdulraman – Medical Director & Founding Member
Dr. Abdulraman is an experienced physician and founding member of the Society, with extensive expertise in medical practice and healthcare resource management. He leads dynamic medical teams and provides innovative medical insights, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive and effective healthcare services. He founded the Psychiatric and Psychological Treatment Committee and developed the framework and structure for developmental health relief, serving as the primary leader for all the Society’s medical services. His programs are meticulously planned, focusing on humanitarian impact, effective relief, and sustainable healthcare for beneficiaries.
Dr. Ahmed – Society Coordinator in Egypt
Dr. Ahmed plays a pivotal role in coordinating the Society’s activities in Egypt, expanding humanitarian work and delivering psychological and developmental services to Palestinian refugees and affected communities. He believes that the psychological and developmental needs of Palestinians in Egypt are as important as those in Palestine, especially following the recent displacement from Gaza. With extensive experience and strong organizational skills, Dr. Ahmed has demonstrated exceptional capability in leading and coordinating humanitarian programs on the ground effectively.
Dr. Saed – Society Coordinator in Turkey
Dr. Saed plays a key role in coordinating the Society’s activities on the ground in Turkey, facilitating the delivery of psychological and developmental services to Palestinians residing in the country, with particular focus on patients displaced from Gaza during the conflict. He works in close coordination with the Board of Directors and demonstrates high-level organizational and coordination skills to ensure effective and efficient delivery of support.
The Society is headquartered in Gaza City and operates through several offices, including:
Gaza (Main Headquarters)
Nablus (West Bank Main Office)
Cairo (Egypt Main Office)
Istanbul (Turkey Main Office)
All of these offices are currently hosted facilities.
Current public range :
We are currently working on the Palestinians .
Children|Women|Persons with Disabilities.
FAQ – About Us :
Why We Exist ??
The Society was established in response to the growing psychological and developmental needs of conflict-affected communities, foremost among them the Palestinian community, where psychological and social impacts are no less severe than material damage. We believe that true recovery begins with psychological stability and is sustained through conscious, well-planned, and sustainable community development.
Where We Work ??
The Society is headquartered in Gaza City and operates through several hosted offices in Gaza, Nablus, Cairo, and Istanbul, enabling effective humanitarian responses within Palestine and across regional contexts.
Governance & Leadership :
The Society is governed by a professional Board of Directors comprising academic, medical, legal, and executive expertise. It operates under an approved bylaws system, internal regulations, and institutional policies that ensure integrity, accountability, and long-term sustainability.
Our Values :
Human dignity
Professionalism
Neutrality and independence
Transparency
Accountability
Our Primary Focus Areas
1. Children
Children are growing up under extremely difficult psychological conditions, often within environments shaped by prolonged conflict. Such exposure has serious long-term consequences for both individuals and society as a whole. We believe that providing psychological care for children is not only a mental health service but also a critical developmental intervention that safeguards future community well-being.
2. Vulnerable Community Groups
Many vulnerable groups require integrated psychological and developmental support, including women, persons with disabilities, and individuals who have experienced loss. We view restoring psychological stability for these groups as a significant humanitarian and developmental achievement, particularly given their substantial presence within the affected community.
Our Primary Focus Areas
The Society directs its work toward two key priority groups:
1. Children
Children are growing up under extremely difficult psychological conditions, often within environments shaped by prolonged conflict. Such exposure has serious long-term consequences for both individuals and society as a whole. We believe that providing psychological care for children is not only a mental health service but also a critical developmental intervention that safeguards future community well-being.
2. Vulnerable Community Groups
Many vulnerable groups require integrated psychological and developmental support, including women, persons with disabilities, and individuals who have experienced loss. We view restoring psychological stability for these groups as a significant humanitarian and developmental achievement, particularly given their substantial presence within the affected community.
- Children
- Women
- Persons with Disabilities
- People Who Have Lost Their Families or Livelihoods
- A psychologically stable world with mental well-being and human dignity