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by Union of Relief and Development Associations
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Project Report | Jul 4, 2025
Beyond Talent

By Fatima Mahmoud | Fundraising Officer

Ebdaa Center
Ebdaa Center

The Talent Center in Lebanon was more than just a space for creativity—it was a sanctuary for hope, healing, and self-expression for hundreds of displaced youth living in refugee camps. Amid the challenges of exile, it became a transformative platform where young talents—artists, musicians, writers, performers—were identified, nurtured, and empowered to rediscover their identities and voices. Through workshops, mentorship, and public showcases, these youth not only developed their skills but also regained a sense of purpose and confidence that had long been stripped away by conflict and displacement. Today, as many of these young people begin returning to their homeland in Syria, they carry with them the legacy of the Talent Center—hearts full of passion, hands trained in expression, and minds brimming with ideas. Now back on Syrian soil, these young returnees are re-rooting their talents in their communities, using art, culture, and creativity to heal scars, build resilience, and inspire others. From murals on broken walls to plays in makeshift theaters, their work reflects both the pain of their journey and the power of perseverance. The Talent Center’s impact lives on—not only in the stories they tell but in the future they are shaping, one brushstroke, one lyric, one voice at a time.

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Union of Relief and Development Associations

Location: Beirut - Lebanon
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Project Leader:
Manal Maghawri
Beirut , Lebanon

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