“Aside from the enriching knowledge that we were sharing during the coaching sessions, my mentor and I have built a good relationship learning from each other’s experience in other aspects of life. This is actually what made the program so unique and wonderfully impactful, being more human-centered than task-oriented.”

Abdel Fattah Al Habchi, Invest for Lebanon, fellow from Lebanon

“Compared to any other program I have ever participated in, Tabadol has provided me with incredible support and amazing sessions. I am glad I took part in this program and I am grateful for the tools, sessions, communities, and meetups.”

Mahmoud Kanso, Edupass, fellow from Syria

“Thanks to the fellowship, I was able to get access to resources like funding, research facilities, and other resources that helped me transmit my idea into a physical prototype. It also opened access to new communities and networks from different fields and in different areas. Finally, I also upgraded my knowledge with new skills in Leadership and Budget planning thanks to the coaching sessions.”

Houssam Alwan, OS-HUM, fellow from Lebanon

“The program is wonderful in all its details, the most important of which is that when I finished filming the first educational video, it was a special moment to start thinking about designing digital content for my own project as well.”

Thelal Al Shmailah, Easy Robot Kit, fellow from Jordan

“Delivering my first digital security training session in English! This is a new language to me. Thanks to the fellowship with Natakallam, I am now able to teach my content in English, which is a real plus for the future of my project.”

Yahya Al Sbih, The General Association of CyberSecurity MENA, fellow from Lebanon

“This is an incredible opportunity to learn from experts in the field and develop the skills you need to create a sustainable mindset. Be prepared to work hard and be challenged! The program is incredibly rewarding.The Tabadol team is incredibly supportive and will help you to succeed.”

 Mohammad Badia Al Fathi & Mariam Al Boushi, Psych Friends, Fellows from Lebanon

“Tabadol was a roadway for a new journey to our emerging organization, Art from the Heart, in Palestine, which represented a new horizon for empowerment and sustainability. During six months of hard work with our fellow, creative leader Fatima Amine of Lebanon, we have had as a team a new participatory learning experience in the field of entrepreneurship and creative production, culminating in beautiful, salesable, and income-generating creative products, proudly bearing artistic prints and humanitarian stories for our students with disabilities.”

Suha Khuffash (Executive Director Art to Heart), CSO from Palestine

“FSF’s participation in the Tabadol Program is the first step towards achieving financial sustainability. FSF has successfully established its first co-working space in Karantina, which will support youth across Beirut in developing innovative ideas and attracting funding and investors to bring their ideas to life!”

Feryal Moghrabi (Director Farah Social Foundation), CSO from Lebanon

“Through the collaborative efforts of this fellowship, coupled with the impactful training facilitated by Makesense and the generous support from the Asfari Foundation grant, Athar Foundation is poised to acquire a 3D printer. This valuable addition will establish a dedicated center for income-generating projects, expanding our Athar Corner initiative. The transformative experience gained during the fellowship not only broadened our knowledge but also strengthened our organization’s capacity for sustainable growth.”

Anas Beliah (Director Athar Association For youth Development ), CSO from Jordan

“Rahma Worldwide is grateful for the opportunity to have partnered with The Asfari Foundation & makesense in the Tabadol Program. We have been able to provide much-needed support to our fellows, the Psych Friends team that will result in help and support for people in the field of mental health. It’s really appreciated being on the same page with the Asfari Foundation with our common sustainability goals empowering innovative solutions.”

Makarem Alfathi (Protection Manager Rahma Worldwide), CSO from Turkey