Action Group – Damascus
In a step that reinforces the right to education and revives hope for the youth of Yarmouk Camp, the “Lamset Ghaith Development Team” has received a financial grant from the Leonard Education Organization (LEO). The grant aims to support educational initiatives for Palestinian university students affected by years of war and displacement.
This funding comes at a critical time as residents of the camp continue to endure dire living and educational conditions after years of destruction and the loss of basic educational infrastructure. The grant is expected to empower a number of students to continue their academic pursuits and enhance their chances of accessing quality higher education.
Mohammad Diyaa Ammori, who leads the team and also serves as the Grants and Partnerships Coordinator at IDAD Foundation, played a key role in securing this grant. Thanks to his expertise and network of connections, he was able to present the team and its mission to Leonard in a highly professional manner, significantly strengthening the team’s chances of obtaining this much-needed support ”” a milestone in their developmental journey.
The project was implemented in partnership with IDAD Foundation, which supported the on-the-ground execution and selection process.
The grant also aligns with Leonard Education Organization’s broader strategy to expand access to higher education for Palestinian refugees in camps, helping them overcome the economic and social obstacles that often hinder their educational paths.
Activists see this initiative as carrying a humanitarian value that goes beyond financial assistance. It restores education as a fundamental human right and brings renewed hope to families who have long struggled to see a future for their children under such difficult circumstances.
Still, much remains to be done in Yarmouk Camp. Real change demands more than one-time efforts ”” it requires continued collaboration from the camp’s people abroad, everyone who believes in protecting vulnerable lives, and the sustained involvement of both local and international NGOs. As the saying goes, “The first drop precedes the rain.” This is just a glimpse of what is possible.