After the
Six-Day War in 1967, Abu el-Hawa's grandfather opened a
hostel called the Peace House out of the family's home, in which guests were able to stay free of charge. Abu el-Hawa has continued operating the Peace House, which is funded by donations.
Unapproved construction fines In 1995, he built a second house on his property to accommodate his family, leaving the main house for guests. The second house hosted him and his wife, six of his children and their spouses, 25 grandchildren, and three adopted siblings. == Activism ==