In Douma, Rural Damascus, hundreds of children are returning after years of war and displacement only to find their schools destroyed and unsafe. This project will rehabilitate one school to meet child-friendly and protective standards while organizing awareness sessions for children and caregivers on the value of education and the dangers of explosive remnants of war. Together these efforts will give 500 children a safe and dignified return to learning.
Returnee children in Douma, Rural Damascus, face severe barriers to education. Years of conflict left schools damaged and unsafe with broken infrastructure and limited access to clean water and healthy classrooms. Families who endured prolonged crises often struggle to see the value of education while explosive remnants of war remain a constant danger, especially along school routes, leaving many children vulnerable and excluded.
This project will transform the future of 500 returnee and marginalized children in Douma, Rural Damascus, through a comprehensive approach. It will rehabilitate a targeted school to ensure classrooms are safe, inclusive, and supportive of children's well-being while awareness sessions for children and caregivers emphasize the importance of education and staying safe from explosive remnants of war, removing both physical and social barriers.
By creating safe access to education, this project lays the groundwork for lasting change in Douma, Rural Damascus. School enrollment will increase, dropout rates will decline, and social cohesion will strengthen among families recovering from displacement. Awareness efforts will foster a culture that values education and safety, and over time the model can be expanded to more communities, giving hope and resilience to a generation eager to rebuild their lives.
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