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Aga Khan Foundation’s Holistic Response in Syria

Wednesday, September 9

From supporting climate-friendly agriculture in drought-prone areas, to fostering gender equality in entrepreneurship and jobs, and providing educational opportunities for young people, AKF’s efforts in Syria go far beyond humanitarian assistance – though AKF also provided food baskets to nearly 47,000 people last year. Mohannad Obaido, CEO of AKF Syria, will join us to discuss the variety of ways that AKF is addressing key challenges in Syria to support a stable, sustainable future for the country. The conversation will be moderated by Shaiza Damji Nurani, Vice-Chair of AKF USA’s National Committee.

An array of solar panels in the hills in Syria. A worker wearing an Aga Khan Foundation hi-viz vest stands at center.

The AKF-funded Community-Based Solar Energy (CBSE) project began operating off-grid solar power systems in December 2025 for four villages in Tartous Governorate's Alkhawabi area, providing sustainable electricity to improve living conditions in these underserved rural communities.