The people of Morocco continue to feel the impact of last September’s devastating earthquake. Homes were badly damaged or destroyed, and livelihoods were lost. Many people living in the High Atlas Mountains, where weather conditions can be harsh, lack adequate shelter or the means to recover. Near East Foundation (NEF), in partnership with Islamic Relief …
“The fear that I cannot make it, cannot have a bakery, or run a business, disappeared and I decided to find a space for my bakery. After long searches, we finally found and rented the space.” In 2020, Vergine lost her husband in the Second Nagorno-Karabakh War. She was one of many grieving Armenian women …
“I can comfortably provide for my family rather than wait for food distribution. The seeds and tools I bought from has helped me do proper weeding and maintenance. I’m thankful.” Atong Atong returned with her family to her village Heh hec, Malual Baai Payam after being displaced. For one-year Atong grappled to make ends meet …
In 2022, NEF launched STRIVE, a new countrywide program in Armenia helping local charitable organizations improve resiliency and sustainability and increase the capacity for innovation. Grants were awarded to 24 Armenian organizations to fund projects making a positive and lasting impact on communities. Azganush lives in Zovuni, a rural village in the Armenian marz (province) …
“The Youth Climate Innovation Incubator gave me the vision to transform research work into a sustainable solution that contributes to the development of our society.” Samia Samia and Nadia, two students at the Cadi Ayad University and co-founders of the Shrimp Green Water (SGW) start-up, are amongst the many entrepreneurs participating in NEF’s Youth Climate …
“I am more confident with myself, more confident with my business, and my ability to sustain it.” Ahmad Ahmad lives in Syria with his nine children. Ahmad used to work as an electrician, but he lost his job when they fled Syria because of the war. After a few years, he returned to his home …
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Amal embarked on a transformative journey driven by her participation in NEF’s business development training program. With the grant she received of 1,200 USD, Amal envisioned elevating her bakery, inspired by her innovative spirit, she introduced a “plat du jour” or dish of the day to complement her already delicious Manakish products. This addition proved …
Frustrated with her job in travel and tourism, Farah, 25, dreamed of running her own business. She had a long standing interest in photography and videography, but it was when she became involved in the Development Impact Bond (DIB) project, her dream became a reality. After being accepted into the DIB’s first cohort of participants, …
“A person should not mentally limit themselves because of a physical disability.” Manaf opened a vegetable stand with support from Near East Foundation. He had ambitions to own his own business but didn’t know how. The Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) and NEF have partnered with Iraqi Al Amal to support over 1,000 …
Wa’el Al-Laham was a shoemaker in Damascus before the violence and turmoil of the Syrian civil war forced him to flee to Lebanon with his family. The war in Syria took a heavy toll on Wa’el, economically, socially, and psychologically. He lost his business and his home to the conflict. The challenges continued for Wa’el …
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