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Edward Said National Conservatory of Music

 As a young girl, village life affected Bara’a’s personality and she became scared to leave her house – fearful of gossip and judgements. Nonetheless, her Mother was a constant source of encouragement and Bara’a began her musical journey by enrolling in music courses through the Women for Life society, in cooperation with the Edward Said Conservatory of Music in Nablus. She began leaving the village to participate in musical camps.  Her journey from local girl prevented from socializing in the village to accomplished musician, has much to do with the Edward Said National Conservatory of Music. ESNCM offers a unique approach to social development. Under a five year plan, the NGO has a range of exciting goals for the future. Whilst continuing to develop the academic programs of ESNCM branches (Jerusalem, Ramallah, Bethlehem, Nablus), outreach programs will be supported in Tubas and Salfit. ESNCM also aims to open new branches in Jericho, Hebron and Gaza. By teaching and promoting music to Palestinians, no matter their location, ESNCM is passionate about giving young people like Bara’s the chance to utilize their latent talent and strengthen cultural identity.  
“I became a strong person challenging anyone who stands in the way of my future. So my aspiration is this: to become a well-known musician and trainer on a world-class level” Bara’a Assi is a viola player from Qarawet Bani Hassan village in Nablus Governorate. At just seventeen years of age she has challenged the restrictions of her social environment and committed herself to excelling as a musician.