As part of its Cash-for-Work activities, Dan for Relief and Development Foundation has started providing temporary employment opportunities for 20 skilled workers from Jazrat Al-Milaj village in the Al-Kasrat area of rural Deir ez-Zor. The workers are contributing to the rehabilitation of the village’s agricultural extension unit, in coordination with the Agricultural Extension Unit in Jazrat Al-Milaj, as part of the Resilience and Social Cohesion Project implemented by the Foundation in the area

The rehabilitation works include painting the external facades and interior walls, installing wooden doors and metal protective grills for the doors, as well as carrying out the necessary plumbing, electrical, and maintenance works for the building.

The rehabilitation works started this week and are expected to continue for 20 days. The activity aims to improve the condition of the extension unit and prepare it to provide better services to farmers and the local community.

The activity combines the rehabilitation of a community service facility with the provision of temporary employment opportunities for skilled workers, supporting livelihoods and strengthening the participation of local community members in improving public services and facilities.

As part of the project to strengthen resilience and social cohesion in the Al-Kasrat villages of rural Deir ez-Zor, specifically in Jazrat Al-Milaj, and within the framework of the livestock support programme, Dan Foundation for Relief and Development provided financial assistance to livestock owners in the area

A total of 50 livestock owners benefited from this support, with each beneficiary receiving USD 300, amounting to a total of USD 15,000.

The support aims to help beneficiaries meet the costs of feed and other essential livestock-related needs, contributing to the protection of their livestock, strengthening their livelihoods, and enhancing their resilience.

Following the provision of financial assistance, Dan will provide beneficiaries with a package of administrative and financial management training aimed at strengthening their capacity to manage and effectively utilize the cash assistance. The training will support beneficiaries in properly planning their expenditures, organizing their purchases, and maximizing the use of the assistance to sustain their livestock and strengthen their livelihoods.

Dan for Relief and Development (DRD) implemented a community health initiative entitled “Pulse of Life” in Jazrat Al-Milaj, rural Deir ez-Zor, from 10 to 15 August 2026. The initiative included the distribution of 30 blood glucose meters and their supplies to the most vulnerable cases, alongside free blood glucose testing, health awareness activities, and training on the proper use of the devices

The initiative was launched in response to the challenges faced by the poorest households in accessing essential healthcare services, particularly regular blood glucose testing for people living with diabetes. These challenges are compounded by the high cost of medical tests and the distance some families have to travel to reach laboratories, creating additional financial and health burdens, particularly for older people and patients.

As part of the initiative, 50 free blood glucose tests were conducted to support the early identification of cases requiring follow-up and to determine which beneficiaries were most in need of home glucose monitoring devices.

In response to the health needs of the targeted households, 30 blood glucose meters, along with all necessary supplies, were distributed. In addition, 100 testing strips were provided. Practical training sessions were also conducted for beneficiaries on how to operate the devices, read and record results, maintain the equipment safely, and use it correctly.

The initiative also included health awareness sessions addressing the symptoms of diabetes, prevention methods, the importance of healthy nutrition and physical activity, and the regular monitoring of blood glucose levels. These activities contributed to strengthening beneficiaries’ ability to manage the condition and reduce the risks of related complications.

The initiative was implemented with the participation of volunteers and health personnel, as well as members of the Health Committee and Peace Committee, who contributed to planning, coordination, field supervision, and the organization of sessions and activities. Their involvement further strengthened the role of community committees in responding to local needs.

The initiative helped reduce part of the direct financial burden on targeted households and strengthened their ability to monitor their health conditions, while also increasing awareness of the importance of prevention and early detection of chronic diseases.

The “Pulse of Life” initiative is part of broader efforts to support the most vulnerable groups, improve access to essential healthcare services, and promote a culture of prevention, community cooperation, and locally led responses to health needs in the region.