“I strive to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued, understood and capable of reaching their full potential."

We had a child named Youssef at our school who was very active and often got into fights. Eventually, I discovered that the violence he displayed stemmed from a difficult home enivornment.

I continued to engage with Youssef, asking him about his interests. Noting his physical abilities and flexibility, I began teaching him gymnastics, which he enjoyed and even started teaching others in the community.

With time, he became calmer, more focused, and his academic performance improved.

Man Ahyaha trains us to prioritise building strong connections with the children in our classrooms. Because of this, we are able to help students express their needs, gain confidence and thrive socially as well as academically.

This impact extends beyond the classroom, thanks to Man Ahyaha’s focus on building community networks. Parents see themselves as partners in their child’s education, reinforcing lessons learned at school and passing them to other family members.

Being able to bring education to children while empowering our community makes me proud, and gives me hope for the future.

In Q4 2023, Alfanar's support enabled Man Ayaha to improve its two community schools in Ayat and open a third school in Sohag. Today, Alfanar is helping Man Ayaha improve its financial independence by trialing and developing a self-sustaining revenue stream.

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