From strengthening Egypt’s handicrafts sector and increasing its social impact, contributing to Lebanese food security and to creating more possibilities for learning and common action among partners in Morocco – these are just some of the major achievements and activities …
As I sit down to reflect on the year 2023 at DROSOS FOUNDATION, I am filled with mixed emotions and deep sadness. While I had hoped to share numerous stories of positive advancements and progress for the young people in …
From shifting the archaeological job market in Jordan, creating awareness for and with care leavers in Germany, to building the next generation of online freelancers in Gaza and Lebanon – these are just some of the major achievements and activities …
On the occasion of World Environment Day on June 5th, DROSOS FOUNDATION launched the #GreenInitiativesCampaign, a public engagement campaign showcasing the work of five of our partners using green approaches to empower youth and their communities in Egypt.
Finding work and earning an income is a real challenge for young people in the Gaza Strip. Very high unemployment rates, poor infrastructures and travel restrictions are just some of the obstacles to gaining a foothold in the labour market. 28-year-old Amr Abu Taiba overcame these hurdles thanks to online freelancing.
Young people and their families are feeling the consequences of climate change all over the world. Food shortages, the scarcity of resources and the resulting decrease in purchase power are just some of them. Solutions are needed urgently. And young people should be part of the solutions. Even though our main mission as a foundation is not to fight climate change, we can contribute to it by combining social, economic and environmental components in the projects we support. In the following examples, learn how young people are leading change with the support of our partners.
Suba Umathevan has been the CEO of DROSOS FOUNDATION since 1 November 2020. In the interview, she talks about the challenges of our times, what is needed to bring about lasting change, and how she wants to further develop the work of DROSOS.
2021 was another year that put the resilience of many people, organisations and companies to the test. Young people in particular are feeling the effects of the pandemic, economic hardships and political uncertainties. In our annual report, you will find …
In memory of Reem Khalil, Country Director Ramallah Office We are deeply missing our colleague who passed away on 24 December 2021. Our thoughts are with Reem Khalil’s family, to which we wish to pass our heartfelt condolences and sympathy …
Startup Guide Egypt highlights the organizations and individuals making positive economic, environmental and social change across the country. The entrepreneurial book is packed with useful resources and expert advice to navigate the entrepreneurial community. The book was made with the …
With the Prize of the Federal States, the federal states honor a project that can be transferred regionally and interregionally. The Prize of the Federal States is endowed with 20,000 euros. The Fabmobil is a mobile technology workshop and a traveling …
Egypt has contributed to the global creative market with its wealth of cultural heritage, arts, and creative sectors from crafts, music, and films to name a few. This soft power of Egypt can shape the future of its people and …
Lebanon boasts a multicultural multilingual talent pool that places it at a competitive advantage in various sectors. Graduates are increasing in number and some are finding themselves pursuing self-employment opportunities, be it through freelancing, which offers flexibility and variability, or …
Despite the most challenging circumstances of 2020, our partners in Palestine cooperated and took leaps of creativity to make sure they forge forward and become beacons of hope for the society they serve.
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