Help Syrian Women Rebuild Their Lives

We’re excited to share a heartwarming update from Darayya — made possible by your support!

In September, the training for 14 women participants was successfully completed, empowering them to start their own home-based mushroom cultivation projects to sustain their families.

During the program, the women learned every step of the process — from safe cultivation and harvesting to proper preservation techniques like drying, brining, and refrigeration.

At the end of the training, each participant received a complete startup kit, including mushroom spores, substrate, sprayers, bags, sanitizers, and containers for storage — everything they need to start growing at home.

We’re thrilled to share that these women have already begun producing mushrooms in their own homes!
Next, they’ll take part in a bazaar and exhibition in Darayya in October, where they will showcase their products, connect with local markets, and begin earning an income to support their families.

Your donation didn’t just provide materials — it planted seeds of dignity, resilience, and hope.

Thank you for making this beautiful transformation possible.

With gratitude,

Dear supporter,

Between October 23–25, 2025, a vibrant bazaar and exhibition took place in Darayya, Rural Damascus, marking a powerful milestone for women who recently completed SEMA’s economic empowerment trainings in mushroom cultivation, cleaning product manufacturing, and candle making.

For many of these women — widows and spouses of missing persons — this was more than an event.
It was their first chance to step forward, showcase their work, and connect directly with their community and local businesses.

The bazaar drew remarkable attention from the local market. Several participants received offers to start small production lines for cleaning products and candles, while others were invited to explore opportunities in clothing design. The mushroom products received particular praise, revealing a strong local interest that could open doors for sustainable income in the future.

This initiative was not only about selling products — it was about restoring dignity, confidence, and connection.
By linking these women to real market opportunities, SEMA helped turn training into tangible livelihood — a lasting step toward self-reliance and economic independence.

Your generosity made this possible.
Because of your support, women in Darayya are not only learning — they’re leading, creating, and rebuilding their futures with strength and hope.

With heartfelt gratitude,