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Syrian crisis under the spotlight, 10 years on
Podcast tells inspiring stories, highlights solidarity, bravery of refugees
By eu - Jul 27,2021 - Last updated at Jul 27,2021
AMMAN The Syrian diaspora is becoming a folktale of survival, inspiring bravery and resilience among some of the largest refugee trails in modern history.
As the world marks 10 years since the start of the crisis, Tayma, an 18-year-old refugee, vividly remembers her first steps into the “journey of life” from the rural town of Deraa in south Syria to Jordan, under the cover of the night, towards the unknown.
Tayma was an eight-year-old child when she fled her home with her family in search of safety.
Madad project offers taste of success for home-based business
By Business Development Centre - Jul 03,2021 - Last updated at Jul 03,2021
Malak Kharabsheh from Ajloun started a home-based honey production business after attending a training programme as part of a project by the Madad project (Photo courtesy of BDC)
AMMAN Malak Kharabsheh from Ajloun realised that honey production has the potential to serve as a promising home-based business after attending a training programme as part of a project by the Madad Fund, part of the EU Regional Trust Fund in response to the Syrian Crisis.
The project is implemented by the Euro-Mediterranean Feminist Initiative (EFI) and managed by the Business Development Centre (BDC).
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Madad project helps woman chart path to self-employment
By Business Development Centre - Jun 27,2021 - Last updated at Jun 27,2021
Nidaa Al Smadi received training in the field of cosmetology from the Business Development Centre as part of the Madad project (Photo courtesy of the BDC)
AMMAN Her hearing disability and difficult economic conditions did not stop Nidaa Al Smadi from pursuing her dream to be self-employed.
Smadi, part of an eight-member family from the Khashiba village in Jerash governorate, said that she refused to let her loss of hearing be an obstacle standing in the way of her dreams.
“Early on in school, I developed a hobby of making art with sand. My first productions were well received by my parents, teachers and schoolmates, which encouraged me to continue,” Smadi said.