The conference held in the Dhafir al Masri Hall at Al Najah National University on 4th April 2001 reaffirmed belief in the central role of the Palestinian woman and her importance in every stage of the struggle with the Zionists, especially in preserving the right of return.

It was attended by an impressive gathering of representatives of institutions concerned with the refugee issue. The event received wide coverage in Palestinian newspapers both at home and abroad.