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Manara for Development and Training (MDT), is a non-profit organization that has been legally incorporated in Egypt since 2015
(registration number 9771). The organization seeks to provide social services in the key fields
of education, training and economic integration. MDT believes in the inherent capabilities of
all, with programmatic activities targeting children, youth and women

We believe that each child is entitled to the best possible education and the right to build life skills for lifelong learning. We also believe that youth should be supported in their transition to the labor market with the skills, both technical and soft, to reach gainful employment. We also believe that empowering women and supporting their economic integration is key not only for gender equality but for the wellbeing of the whole society.

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Manara for Development and Training

We believe that each child is entitled to the best possible education and the right to build life
skills for lifelong learning. We also believe that youth should be supported in their transition to
the labor market with the skills, both technical and soft, to reach gainful employment. We also
believe that empowering women and supporting their economic integration is key not only for
gender equality but for the wellbeing of the whole society.

Our Vision:

Egypt without poverty and illiteracy

Our Mission:

is to promote skill building and lifelong learning among the most marginalized, expanding
their economic opportunities and improving their access to social services.

Our values:

Responsibility: Spreads our service in the community where we work
Development: Continuous development process of our programs and teams
Trust: People capabilities and the change that they can achieve towards their communities
Respect: Respect to all community members, their values, and their right to grow and prosper

Partners

Our Partners

First adult education : Across Manara office

“A cooperation protocol between the Ministry of Education and Manara Foundation to present the programs “Future Heroes” and “Cubs but Heroes” to empower school children in different educational levels with reading and writing skills in Qena and Qalyoubia governorates in 2019, 2022

Ministry of Education

Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Internationale Zusammenrbeit GIZ

Empowering primary, preparatory school students, as well as young graduates of technical diplomas, by enhancing their educational skills. The project also focused on developing teachers’ capacities to effectively We and our children.

JTI & Rotary part

Japanese Tobacco Internation in cooperation to Rotary has been a strategic partners supporting women’s economic empowerment activities in Menoufia Governorate from 2019 until June 2024. This program aimed to enhance women’s capabilities in various fields such as vocational training, entrepreneurship, health awareness, and educational programs.

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Testimonials

Success Stories

The place is truly wonderful because it serves the most in-need communities and provides foundational learning for children in Arabic, Math, and English across all levels."

I saw my neighbor sewing jackets and selling them, and it encouraged me to do the same. I asked her where she learned, and she told me about the sewing course offered by the organization.

I learned about health awareness, business management, and sewing — and now I'm ready to help others learn just like I did.

The ‘Cubs but Heroes' project is amazing for students who have dropped out of school.As teachers, the organization provided us with trainers to teach us how to support the children both psychologically and academically, so we can achieve the greatest impact.