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Tag: Syria
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Via slowfactory.earth
Organizations to Support in Syria and Turkey
The collective Closer Than You Think has created an extensive list of organizations working to support those affected by the tragic earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria. The estimated death toll is …
Via itsnicethat.com/
Sirkhane Darkroom’s Photography Program For Children in Syria, Turkey and Iraq
Sirkhane Darkroom is a non-profit organization that seeks to provide free photography training to children who have been impacted by war, violence or poverty in Syria, Turkey and Iraq. Founded by Syrian …
Interview: Eat Offbeat Founder, Manal Kahi
With a new cookbook and a reimagined approach to catering, this profit-with-purpose company continues breaking down borders
Via gothamcares.com
Artists Aid the Syrian Humanitarian Crisis
With a resolution to the Syrian humanitarian crisis still far afield, resources for refugees—financial, medical and more—constantly need replenishment. Charity organization Gotham Cares debuted last night with an inaugural gathering, and thanks …
“Hear Me Roar” Bag
$490.00
Beautifully hand-beaded, this clutch (and others by the brand) are made by a team of some 200 craftspeople in Lebanon—all of whom are prisoners, ex-prisoners or underprivileged women. Syrian-born founder Sarah Beydoun …
Slow Factory’s “We Are Home” Collection
Funding an education initiative that supports 1.5 million Syrian refugees
Via artsy.net
2015’s Biggest Art News Stories
While 2015 saw auction house art prices soar to record-breaking levels, the year in art wasn’t all about commerce. As Artsy notes, some of the most important art stories touched upon political …
Via ebay.com
Silent Auction to Benefit Syrian Refugees
If you haven’t yet completed your holiday shopping, a silent auction called Shop For Syria is currently taking place on eBay that benefits Syrian refugees. Featuring products from COS to Diptyque, 3.1 …
Via thedailybeast.com
Muzoon Almellehan aka the Malala of Syria
16-year-old Syrian refugee Muzoon Almellehan is being hailed as “the Malala of Za’atari” for her relentless campaign for young women to stay in school instead of opting for early marriage. Shortly after …