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

As part of a women’s empowerment project in Raqqa and Al-Hasakah, funded by the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), the Dan Foundation for Relief and Development conducted a training course on disaster risk reduction. The course took place at the foundation’s center for “Disaster Risk Reduction and Gender-Based Violence Activities” in the village of Sanjak Saadoun, rural Amuda, and lasted for three days

The training targeted two groups, each consisting of 8 female participants from the same village and surrounding areas. It focused on strengthening the capacities of emergency response teams for disaster risk reduction, led by women.

The course covered key topics, including: disaster risk management and local hazards, safety and security during emergencies, fire prevention and suppression, flood preparedness and response, first aid and emergency response, and community awareness and preparedness.

The training combined theoretical sessions with practical exercises, enabling participants to gain the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary for emergency response.

On the final day, essential disaster risk reduction toolkits were distributed to the participants to support their preparedness and enhance their ability to respond effectively within their communities. The materials provided to each participant included: a firefighting suit, thermal safety boots, thermal gloves, a helmet, a face shield, a 12 kg powder fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit.

This training course is part of the Dan Foundation for Relief and Development’s efforts to strengthen local communities’ ability to face disasters and reduce their impacts, by building women’s capacities and enabling them to play active roles in emergency response and protecting their communities. Such interventions contribute to enhancing community readiness and spreading a culture of prevention and preparedness, positively affecting individual safety and the sustainability of local development.

The foundation believes that investing in women’s capacities and equipping them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and tools is a fundamental pillar for building more resilient communities capable of facing challenges and crises, thereby strengthening women’s role as key partners in protecting society and supporting recovery and development pathways