Gender Equality Syrian Arab Republic Project #57624

Protect & Empower Syria's At-Risk Teen Girls

by Project Soar

Protect & Empower Syria's At-Risk Teen Girls

Project Report | Jan 13, 2025
Empowering girls in Syria: A new chapter

By Iman Zaoin | Communication & Development Coordinator

Dear Friends,

We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to you, our amazing community of supporters. It’s truly inspiring to witness the transformative change we’re making in the lives of so many marginalized girls in Syria as we help them embrace their value, voice, body, rights, and path. None of this would be possible without your continued support. THANK YOU!

Project Soar’s Empowerment Program in Syria is entering an exciting new chapter. This year, we’ll be working with three new squads in Salqin, Northwest Syria. We’re also thrilled to announce a partnership with Zomoroda, a women-led local NGO whose incredible team on the ground will play a key role in delivering the program to the girls.

Speaking of the team on the ground, we’re excited to introduce a new facilitator who has joined Project Soar and will be leading the girls on their empowerment journey. Meet Riham: a 32-year-old advocate for women’s rights who has spent the past few years empowering women with critical skills such as first aid, safeguarding, and understanding their rights. As a Community Awareness Worker, she has helped women gain the confidence and knowledge they need to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

Now, as a Project Soar facilitator in Syria, Riham is bringing her passion and expertise to empower teen girls. She’s committed to helping them build self-esteem, embrace their ambitions, and become confident leaders in their communities. In her own words:
“I’m happy to be part of this initiative in the climate we live in. We are in dire need of projects like this. I hope this initiative will contribute to our society’s development, and we aim to reach as many participants as possible.”

We are so proud to work alongside Riham and can’t wait to see the incredible impact she will have on vulnerable girls in her community. Stay tuned for more updates on our program in Syria, and remember: the impact we’re making together would not be possible without your unwavering support. Thank you for standing with us!

With gratitude,

The Project Soar Team

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Sep 18, 2024
Empowered Women empower Girls!

By Iman Zaoin | Communication & Development Assistant

Amina, Empowerment Facilitator in Syria

Dear Friends,

We’re deeply grateful for your ongoing support. Your contributions to this campaign are truly transforming the lives of internally displaced girls in Syria, paving the way for a new generation of strong and confident women!

At Project Soar, our mission is to empower girls to become the leaders of today and tomorrow. How do we achieve this? Through the incredible dedication and hard work of our Empowerment Facilitators! Our facilitators are local women who live in the same communities where the program operates. This means they face the same challenges brought on by traditional, conservative customs as the teen girls do. Having grown up in the same environment and sharing the same culture, they deeply understand the girls’ struggles and are able to guide them through the program.

Today, we’re excited to share the inspiring journey of Amina, one of our beloved Facilitators in Syria. Amina’s journey with Project Soar has been as transformative for her as it has been for the girls she empowers. She shared:

“I followed the workshops with my fellow facilitators and the girls, and their impact was like light breaking through the darkness of traditions and customs that weighed on my life as a woman. I felt like a prisoner in a glass cage: able to see everything, but too afraid to step out. Attending these workshops shattered that cage, opening new doors to life for me.”

It’s truly inspiring to witness the incredible impact Project Soar has on the lives of these young women. We are so grateful to have such strong allies by our side, and we remain committed to making a positive difference for everyone who joins us in our mission. Stories like Amina’s remind us just how important our work is:

“Through every workshop, I found guidance in different aspects of my life. I realized that, despite my age, I had missed out on many experiences and knowledge in my youth—things I am now discovering through Project Soar.”

Empowered women empower women… and girls! We are so thrilled to see this positive transformation in our facilitators. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories from these incredible women, and never doubt the impact you're making!

With gratitude,

The Project Soar Team

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May 28, 2024
Maram's Journey: From Isolation to Belonging

By Iman Zaoin | Communication & Development Assistant

Dear Friends,

We are immensely grateful for your steadfast support in our campaign. Your contributions are truly transforming the lives of internally displaced girls in Syria. These girls face unimaginable challenges as they navigate the harsh realities of war, poverty, and displacement. Your generosity enables us to brighten their days through education, playful activities, and the gift of new friendships.

Loneliness is a prevalent emotion among these girls. Displaced and living in precarious conditions in refugee camps, Syrian refugees often grapple with negative feelings. By fostering strong friendships and providing opportunities for them to learn and grow together, we can positively impact these girls' outlook on life, helping them find moments of joy and happiness amidst adversity.

Read on to learn about Soar Girl Maram’s inspiring journey with Project Soar:

“My name is Maram, a returnee from the Al Hol camp. I am an innocent girl that found herself in a life full of sadness and loneliness. Negative thoughts swirled in my mind, and society’s judgment shattered my spirit. But then, a glimmer of hope appeared: Project Soar at Josor Asalam. [...] Gradually, I saw the light. The girls in my group transformed from strangers to close friends. It was a feeling that is guiding me toward belonging. My voice, once a shield, now connected me to the world. It is my bridge, a way to express who I truly am. As the program concluded, I realized I wasn’t alone anymore. I had transformed into a part of a robust network, embodying collective resilience and strength.”

Maram's story fills our hearts with immense joy. Witnessing the positive impact of our work on the lives of these incredible girls is truly inspiring. We hope you share in our feelings. Stay tuned for more updates from Project Soar, and never doubt that your support is making a meaningful difference!

With gratitude,

Project Soar Team

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