The following entry highlights Sarah Funes, a participant from our Youth Ability Summit. This entry is a part of our “Where Are They Now?” series. Here is what she had to say about her experience in Syria: What is a memorable moment from your time participating in the Youth Ability Summit? My most memorable moment was […]
The Open Hands Initiative has teamed up with E-Era (Egyptian Association for Educational Resources) on a project to bring the Silver Scorpion comic book to the youths of Egypt. In an effort to share the comic book with local schools and to improve awareness and understanding, the Open Hands Initiative and E-Era hosted a community […]
The following is a guest post by Kristin Deasy, a top, young journalist from the United States, and is part of the “Where Are They Now?” series. Here is what she had to say about her experience in Cairo as a Reporting Fellow: What is a memorable moment from your time participating in the fellowship? […]
In 2010, the Open Hands Initiative facilitated a music exchange in Syria. Brian Unger, an American music producer, collaborated with local Syrian musicians, creating over 10 songs that are now available for your enjoyment. This exchange was meant to expose the beautiful sounds of Syrian culture to the Western world as well as boost the local […]
The following entry is a guest post by Melissa Lomax, a participant from our Youth Ability Summit. This is part of the “Where Are They Now?” series. Here is what she had to say about her experience in Syria: Melissa Lomax (fourth in from left) and Youth Ability Summit group (Syria, August 2010) As a […]