Tamkeen

When Youth Rise to Write a New Chapter for Syria
October 10, 2025 by
Samer Daboul

In a country worn down by destruction and displacement—where schools stand as silent walls and workshops remain shuttered—hope shines once again through a project that rises like the sun: Tamkeen. It is not merely a training program, but a story of rebirth—told through the hands of young people who chose to be part of the solution, not passive witnesses to pain.

From Rubble to Reconstruction

Across Syria, there is an urgent need for rebuilding—not only of shattered walls, but also of broken dreams. Tamkeen places youth at the very heart of this mission, transforming their energy into skills and equipping them with the tools to reconnect what was severed. Here, training becomes more than theory; it is a living practice—embodied in construction workshops, in classrooms brought back to life, and in factories that find their voice again.

Centers Becoming Platforms of Hope

In Damascus, Homs, and Aleppo, training centers are turning into vibrant spaces. They are not just classrooms, but workshops where the sound of hammers meets the warmth of ambition, and the scent of wood mingles with the enthusiasm of learners. There, a new generation is taking shape—one that knows its future will not be handed to it, but built with its own hands.

Diversity that Opens Horizons

What makes Tamkeen unique is that it does not confine youth to a single path. Those skilled in construction and finishing find their place; those passionate about mechanics or electronics repair find their opportunity; and those seeking to develop administrative or language skills find open doors. This diversity is not a luxury—it is a reflection of society’s urgent need for every hand and every mind.

Digital Learning as a Cornerstone

To ensure training is modern, accessible, and sustainable, Tamkeen integrates digital learning tools into its programs. Educational materials, interactive modules, and instructional videos complement in-person workshops, allowing trainees to revisit lessons, strengthen their skills, and learn at their own pace. This digital component not only bridges gaps in access but also equips young people with the ability to adapt to evolving technologies—an essential skill for the future job market.

Partnerships that Make a Difference

The project is implemented in collaboration with the Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Foundation and several Syrian ministries, while HAND develops the curricula for administrative training. These partnerships make Tamkeen more than a local initiative; they create a bridge between national efforts and regional support, ensuring that what is planted today will bear fruit tomorrow.

An Impact Beyond Individuals

When schools are restored, children return to their classrooms. When young people find jobs, families regain their strength. And when communities rise again, hope becomes a shared reality. Tamkeen does not only change individual lives—it helps reshape the future.

The Beginning of a New Chapter

Tamkeen is a promise that Syria can rise again—when its youth are given the chance to become the builders of tomorrow. It is a collective story being written now, not with individual names, but with the voices of thousands of young people who chose to open a window to the light, to turn pain into strength, and destruction into a new beginning.