As part of its efforts to support and develop the education sector, the DAN Foundation for Relief and Development concluded a training program targeting teachers at the educational complex in the Al-Shaddadi area, in coordination with the Education Directorate in Al-Hasakah. This initiative aims to enhance the competence of educational staff and improve the quality of the educational process.

This initiative stems from the foundation’s belief in the importance of investing in teachers as the cornerstone of building an effective educational system, by equipping them with the latest teaching strategies, classroom management methods, and active learning skills. This aligns with the transformations taking place in Syria’s education sector, moving from rote memorization and retention toward comprehension and critical thinking, while also leveraging interactive educational platforms and modern digital resources.

The training program was implemented over the period from June 1, 2026, to June 23, 2026, with the participation of 30 teachers (11 male and 19 female) from the educational staff of the Ministry of Education in the Syrian government, all affiliated with the educational complex in Al-Shaddadi.

At the conclusion of the program, the DAN Foundation for Relief and Development distributed 30 training kits containing educational supplies and stationery, in support of the teachers and to assist them in applying the knowledge and skills acquired during the training within the classroom environment.

The DAN Foundation for Relief and Development affirms its continued implementation of educational initiatives that contribute to building the capacities of educational staff and enhancing the quality of education, which positively reflects on student learning outcomes and contributes to achieving quality and sustainable education that serves the local community

Dan Relief and Development Foundation continued its efforts to support the education sector during the 2026 general exams, through a series of humanitarian and logistical interventions targeting exam centers in Al-Hasakah, Qamishli, Al-Shaddadi, and the rural areas of Deir ez-Zor, contributing to a safer and more comfortable environment for thousands of students and exam supervisors

During the exam period, the foundation provided over 16,000 drinking water bottles to exam centers, along with supplying a number of centers with essential stationery materials, in a response aimed at mitigating the effects of high temperatures and ensuring the continuity of the exam process under suitable conditions

In Qamishli city, the foundation delivered 4,800 drinking water bottles to the Educational Complex to support exam centers and supervising staff. It also supported exam centers in Al-Hasakah city with a package of necessary stationery supplies, including paper, pens, and whiteboard materials, helping to meet the operational needs of the centers during the exam period

In the Al-Shaddadi area, the foundation’s team carried out a regular daily distribution of 6,000 drinking water bottles to a number of exam centers for basic and secondary education certificates, ensuring support reached students and supervisors throughout the exam days

The foundation’s efforts extended to the Al-Jazrat area in the rural Deir ez-Zor through the “Drop of Support” initiative, implemented by the foundation’s Peace Committee and Community Health Committee in response to the challenges faced by exam centers due to rising temperatures and frequent water outages

The initiative targeted over 700 male and female students and supervisors across three exam centers, with 6,000 chilled drinking water bottles distributed over seven consecutive days, helping to provide a healthier and more suitable environment for students, especially those from displaced families facing additional living challenges

These interventions came in response to urgent needs identified on the ground, where water shortages and high temperatures posed health risks to students and negatively affected their ability to concentrate during exams. The support provided helped reduce these risks and strengthened students and their families’ sense of care and support during one of the most important educational stages

Dan Relief and Development Foundation believes that investing in education is not limited to providing educational services alone, but also includes creating the humanitarian and health conditions that enable students to continue their education safely and with dignity. From this standpoint, the foundation continues to work with local communities and educational authorities to support the educational process and enhance the resilience of students in the most vulnerable areas

The Dan Foundation for Relief and Development implemented a series of humanitarian and awareness-raising activities in the city of Al-Hasakah, as part of the Mine Risk Awareness and Explosive Remnants of War project, which targets both Al-Hasakah and Al-Shaddadi. These efforts aim to enhance community safety and support the most vulnerable groups

Under the initiative entitled “Dignity and Mobility Initiative,” the project team distributed 25 wheelchairs to persons with physical disabilities in Al-Hasakah city and its surrounding rural areas. This was carried out following a thorough assessment process to identify beneficiaries, conducted in coordination with local community committees, while taking into account the type of disability and each beneficiary’s individual mobility needs

These efforts were accompanied by the preparation and printing of awareness leaflets addressing methods of protection from explosive remnants of war and the dangers of landmines. The materials also highlighted the rights of persons with disabilities, mechanisms for supporting them, and the importance of promoting their inclusion within society. The activities further included field-based awareness and distribution campaigns targeting official institutions, workplaces, and residential neighborhoods

The activities were implemented by a team of initiative leaders from among persons with disabilities themselves, with support from volunteers from the local community. This approach aimed to strengthen social cohesion and reinforce their role as key actors within the community, rather than merely recipients of assistance

It is worth noting that social cohesion activities linked to mine risk and explosive remnants of war awareness contribute to empowering local communities to play an active role in both prevention and awareness, thereby enhancing their ability to respond to humanitarian and security challenges