A social worker discovered that Ahmad had not been to school for six years. He lagged behind in Arabic literacy skills and his knowledge of French was insufficient to take classes at the local school. He has now gone back to school. Every day a bus picks him up. His parents don’t have to worry about money for meals, as lunch is included. In addition to practical skills, Ahmad is taught numeracy and literacy skills as well as the basics of administration. Ahmad has a viable future again.

Becoming a carpenter

‘Once I have finished my education, I want to become a carpenter, just like my father.’ Besides studying, there is also time for recreational activities with the other children. Drama, art and sports activities are part of the offerings. On a regular basis Ahmad plays football with his new friends in the centre. His enthusiasm and eagerness to learn make him a perfect example for his fellow students, according to the centre’s supervisor.

Education for 200 children

200 children receive education in the Khenchara Educational Centre on a daily basis. It is one of the 19 educational centres that have been opened in Lebanon in the past period. As local schools often provide education in French, Syrian refugee children encounter difficulties in taking classes. Following an often desperate attempt, they can still not latch on. In the new centres, classes are given in Arabic and the children are prepared for further education in Lebanon by teaching them French.

‘Back to the Future’

The project Back to the Future is a consortium between Terre des Hommes, War Child and AVSI, with financial assistance from the EU Madad Fund. The project enables almost 19,000 refugee children in Lebanon and Jordan to go back to school.

Now let’s save the others…

Children who are vulnerable to exploitation need protection and assistance. Together with partner organisations and our donors we arrange for shelter, care and education. Ahmad received assistance and can go back to school. Now let’s save the others. Will you help us?