Noor Center

For young victims of war, life in a refugee camp can be bewildering and scary. Many are burdened with fear, guilt, and the sense that they’re somehow to blame for their situation. Their parents, who may be facing their own battles with depression and anger, often struggle to help these children make peace with their experiences.

Beyond their basic physical needs, what refugee and IDP children need most is a space where they feel safe to express what they’re going through. A place where they’re surrounded by caring adults who affirm their worth and help them envision a brighter future. And most importantly, a place where they can forget their troubles and just be kids for a while.

The Noor Center is in the process of building a care facility on a two-acre plot in a village outside the refugee camps. Once completed, this center will serve as a hub for the Noor Center’s play-based therapy and education services as well as a safe gathering space for women and children living in the camps. And because soccer is a language of love across the Middle East, this new center will also feature a soccer field where kids can play, build friendships, and blow off some steam.