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Ezzat: From Refugee to Caregiver – UNHCR

Ezzat,

At 19, Ezzat, a refugee, faced a pivotal moment. Feeling uncertain about furthering his education, he left school after completing grade 10. However, Ezzat never lost hope and remained determined to build a better future for himself.

With unwavering commitment, Ezzat signed up for a vocational training program supported by the Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Refugee Education Fund, focusing on becoming a caregiver. His dedication and hard work during the training did not go unnoticed. Ezzat’s exceptional performance and relentless determination caught the attention of the Lebanese University Hospital Geitaoui. Impressed by his skills and attitude, the hospital offered him a position to work alongside their team

 

This opportunity demonstrated that success is only sometimes confined to the walls of a classroom. Despite taking an unconventional path, Ezzat’s dedication and newly acquired skills led him to a fulfilling career in caregiving. His journey enabled him to provide for himself and his family and served as a powerful testament to the resilience and potential for success within every refugee.

Ezzat’s story is a beacon of hope, illustrating that with determination and hard work, one can overcome obstacles and achieve remarkable success, regardless of circumstances

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Refugee Youth Vocational Training – UNHCR

About UNHCR  

UNHCR Lebanon dedicated to helping and protection to refugees, particularly those from Syria, in Lebanon. The organization is actively involved in various programs, including efforts to ensure access to education for refugee children and youth. This involves supporting schools, providing resources, and implementing initiatives to enhance both the access to and quality of education for refugees in Lebanon.

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About Program

UNHCR Lebanon dedicated to helping and protection to refugees, particularly those from Syria, in Lebanon. The organization is actively involved in various programs, including efforts to ensure access to education for refugee children and youth. This involves supporting schools, providing resources, and implementing initiatives to enhance both the access to and quality of education for refugees in Lebanon.

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Supporting Non-Syrian Refugees – UNHCR

About UNHCR UN Agency for Refugees 

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced communities and stateless people

Target: 1060

Reach: 2475

Program Description  

Besides equipping children with the necessary academic skills to build their own lives, education allows refugee children to access a normal childhood and feel included within their community. In many cases, the most vulnerable refugee families are unable to afford the additional costs that come with education, often meaning that children either do not access education at all or must drop out. UNHCR supported around 700 non-Syrian refugee youth from the most vulnerable families to stay in school by helping them to cover the costs of education. Jordan hosts refugees from other Arab conflict affected countries; such as Iraq, Yemen, and Sudan, in addition to those from 52 other nationalities. (UNHCR Dec 2019).

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Connected Learning – UNHCR

About UNHCR UN Agency for Refugees 

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced communities and stateless people.

Program Description 

This program aims to improve access to education in two ways. First, by facilitating access to higher education opportunities for refugee students and vulnerable Jordanians in both camp and urban settings in Jordan, with a focus on connected learning opportunities that come with recognized certification. In addition to online learning, training courses will also help provide a livelihood opportunity for qualified refugees who will become course facilitators. 300 Students engage in a blended English program implemented and accredited by Arizona State University. Second, 100 students will be exposed to market driven vocational courses that result with positive livelihood outcomes.

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