In the Al-Hamidiyah neighborhood of Homs, a photovoltaic system is tackling Syria’s energy crisis and reviving Fadi Samaan’s grocery store.
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Mona and the network of reciprocity: “People need each other.”
Mona’s story in Rabah, where her artisanal production of preserves and baked goods has become a bond of reciprocity for the entire community
A model of international cooperation in Syria: the story of Tony and the RestarT project
Thanks to the support of the RestarT project, he was able to open this shop, guaranteeing an independent future for his family.
Female entrepreneurship in Syria: Shireen’s workshop in Homs
Thanks to the RestarT program, Shireen has overcome the obstacle of continuous blackouts, and has transformed a small domestic passion into a constantly growing artisanal business
Mosaic art and vocational training for women in Syria
The story of Asmaa, who thanks to the RestarT program transformed a small room into a mosaic furniture workshop, starting a professional training program for women in Syria aimed at economic and work independence
RestarT Project in Syria: Silva and the art of reconstructing nails and the future
From self-taught passion to independent business: the story of Silva in Homs, the nail technician who, thanks to RestarT, transformed her talent into independence and reciprocity
Aleppo today: reciprocity is reborn among Munir’s coffee beans
Today, between ground beans and gestures of solidarity, this shop in Aleppo gives back to the community an aroma of hope.
Makhoul’s pastry shop
Makhoul’s life in Kfarbo has changed thanks to a new solar-powered bakery
Support for small businesses and reciprocity: Sarhan’s lesson
Thanks to the support for small businesses from the RestarT program, Sarhan has transformed his laboratory into a model of reciprocity
The AMU’s experience in Syria at the People’s UN
On October 10, 2025, at the Assembly that brings together organizations from around the world committed to peace and human rights, Robert Chelhod, president of Seeds of Hope, spoke about the daily work carried out in Syria on projects supported by the AMU. This is his speech:
Aleppo, where the passion for engines leads
In a family workshop, George transformed his business thanks to the support of the AMU. Without thinking only about work
Syria, the days of the mission
A journey through rubble and rebirth, to listen, share, and strengthen AMU’s commitment to the Syrian people











