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6 Ways You Can Give Back to Your Community in Egypt While Learning

May 21, 2019

One of the ways you can give back to the community is by volunteering in several organizations that help marginalized communities or the environment. Through your participation, you are bound to gain communication skills as well as develop new skill sets and interests. Giving back does not have to be monetary, it can be through a mere act of participation. Wataneya for the Development of Orphanages After realizing that the quality of Egyptian orphanages were subpar, Wataneya Society began in 2008 with the sole purpose of improving the quality of care and living standards of Egypt’s orphaned youth. The project set guidelines for the optimal care standards the orphaned youth should receive. They also offer a plethora of programs hosting orphans from across Cairo to expand their skill set where people can volunteer to share their expertise. You can also volunteer in an orphanage and help caregivers. To learn more about the available volunteering opportunities, visit their page. St. Andrew’s Refugee Service (STARS) St. Andrew’s United Church of Cairo established a support group to help refugees in Egypt. In 1979, STARS was founded as an organization that provides support for…


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