Art from the refugee camp to you
A community program established to provide therapy through drawing, crafting, and graffiti.
In 2023, CB Crew presented Still Alive, a series of showcases featuring various urban dancers and reflecting on the phases of Palestinian struggle through time.
In 2024, CB Crew created Get Down for Gaza, a weekly international event that is taking place from the refugee camps of Gaza to NYC, Paris, and Dubai!
In 2022, CB Crew staged We Will Not Go Down, a program designed for and in collaboration with the orphans of Gaza, culminating in a final showcase.
A weekly dance competition for the boys and girls to bring their best moves and win the prize of best dancer of the week. The event takes place in CB Crew Academy
Gaza is Alive program is an artistic dance tour which connected the dancers of Gaza with the dancers in many countries in Europe aiming to exchange experiences and cultures.
Established in 2012, the CB Crew Academy provides more than 50 students with professional instruction in creative disciplines including dance, graffiti, and music. Featuring programs for both boys and girls, the Academy hosts weekly exhibitions and rewards the best performers, allowing the children an opportunity for healthy expression and competition. In addition, CB Crew Academy helps children meet their material needs by providing access to clothing and scholarships.
Since the 2009 bombing of their practice studio, CB Crew have weathered multiple wars and resulting traumatic losses. In response, team members have completed studies in psychology and art therapy in order to better help the community. Our crew believes the performing arts can impact meaningful change and help heal traumas. We offer specialized programs focusing on somatic release and coping skills to help children restore their sense of wellbeing and belonging.
In 2009, Save The Children partnered with Camps Breakerz to provide art therapy programs for children in need of rehabilitation.
Camps Breakerz was founded in 2004 by brothers Moh Ghraiz and Ahmed Alghariz, who formed the community dance team to represent the Palestinian people and draw attention to their ongoing struggle. CB Crew shares the unique beauty of dance and art with the people Gaza through teaching and performances, in addition to speaking around the world. Since it's creation, the crew has achieved multiple dreams, including the establishment of the first dance school in Nuseirat Refugee Camp, after bombing in 2009 rendered their previous practice studio unusable.
Currently, our focus is on empowering our students to excel in dance and embrace their artistic creativity. We are passionate about providing them with the tools and support they need to heal from trauma and thrive. We're excited to expand and enrich our programs, but there remains a pressing need for essential supplies, healthy snacks, and dance gear for our wonderful students.
With adequate funding, we can strengthen our specialized programs focused on somatic release, coping skills, and emotional support. These initiatives play a crucial role in helping children restore their sense of well-being and belonging, making a lasting impact on their lives.
Our committed team, equipped with backgrounds in psychology and art therapy, is dedicated to providing holistic support to our community. We truly believe in the transformative power of the performing arts and their ability to foster healing and personal growth. Dance is not just an art form; it's a pathway to emotional resilience and connection.
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