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This page answers a number of your frequently asked questions about Massar. If you have further questions please contact us on info@massar.sy
 


 

What is Massar project?

Massar is creating a national learning and development programme for young people in Syria using non-formal learning techniques to inform, involve and inspire young people across the entire country to become active citizens.

 

Is Massar a separate entity?

Massar forms part of The Syria Trust for Development, a national non-profit, non-governmental organisation under the patronage of H.E. Mrs. Asma al-Assad, The First Lady of Syria.


What is the duration of Massar project?

Massar offers continuous sustainable programmes that aim at establishing a culture of support for young people to build their life, society and their country.

 

  What are the future plans of Massar?

Massar was designed to provide sustainable development programmes, and is now working on executing ground-breaking plans. The Discovery Centre in Homs will open by the end of 2010. Massar will also open the Damascus Discovery Centre in 2013. We are currently working on formulating the theme of the Aleppo Discovery Centre, as well as developing the project’s running programmes.

Massar works on enhancing the role of ICT in learning, in addition to communicating with audience through media channels and massar.sy
 

Where is the project located?

Massar is a national project, and we are located in the following places:

  • Main office- Damascus - Mezzeh, East Villas.
  • Massar Prototype Centre- Damascus- Massar ground beside (Old fairground).
  • Lattakia Discovery Center (Amwaj Massar)- Lattakia- Arab Cultural Centre.

 

 Does Massar exist in other governorates?

Massar exists in Lattakia and Homs, soon in Aleppo, and aims to eventually operate in all Syrian governorates.

 

 

Are there any special scientific curriculums for Massar? How does it prepare its programmes?

There are no special curriculums for Massar. The project uses non-formal learning methods, designed by specialised content developers. Massar develops and evaluates its programs in co-operation with international learning consultants.

 

What is unique about Massar?

Massar is a non-profit, non-governmental project with a long-term development strategy, based on combining fun and learning while trying to reach all young people in Syria, without any discrimination of their location, level of education, mental or physical abilities.

 

Does the project work in co-operation with the Ministry of Education?

Massar plays a complementary role to the Ministry of Education, and it is in continuous coordination with it.

 

What are the main forms of Massar programmes and activities?

There are three main channels by which Massar reaches and engages its target audience:

1 – Outreach: The National Touring Programme travels around the country to communicate with young people through The Green Team, using diverse activities. Our community programmes reach Massar beneficiaries in Homs and Lattakia, in addition to several events and workshops throughout the year. 

2 – Discovery Centres: Lattakia Discovery Centre (Amwaj Massar) was opened in 2007. New discovery centres will open soon in Homs, Damascus and Aleppo.

3 – Virtual: Massar works on enhancing the role of ICT in learning, in addition to communicating with audience through media channels and massar.sy

 

How can I participate in Massar activities?

You can participate by visiting the Lattakia Discovery Centre and exploring the Amwaj Massar exhibit and its activities. The same journey can be experienced at The Homs Discovery Centre which will be opened by the end of the year.

Participation in The National Touring Program is organised through schools and education directorates. You can always participate in activities announced by Massar in the media or on its website www.massar.sy

 

Are the project’s services paid?

Massar is a non-profit project and all its services are for free.

 

How can I benefit from the project?

You can benefit from Massar by participating in its programmes, believing in its vision and sharing the message and values it stands for.

 

Are there any criteria in choosing the young people who want to participate in Massar project?

The project tries to engage the biggest number of young people in its activities without any discrimination of their location, educational level and mental or physical abilities.

 

Why did Massar chose music as the theme of its first discovery centre?

We chose music to be the theme for the Lattakia Discovery Centre because the first musical writings in the world were discovered near Lattakia, in Ugarit city. Music is only a tool for the discovery center, and not the goal.  All exhibits will be touring to other discovery centres that will be opened in other cities.

 

Can handicaps participate in Massar programmes and activities?

Massar designs its programmes to take everyone into consideration, including differently abled young people, in order to enable them to participate in all activities.

 

How does Massar finance its programmes?

To make this project a reality, the project requires the collective support of the Syrian public and private sectors, all segments of its diverse and multicultural community, as well as strong partnerships on a local, national and international level.

Massar’s funding to date has come from a variety of sources including corporate donors in Syria, grant-giving Trusts, private donors in Syria and overseas, in addition to a grant from the government for the discovery centres’ construction.

How can I donate?

Coming soon
 

 How can I volunteer in the project?  And what can I do as a volunteer?

You can go to the Syrian volunteers website at: www.syrianvolunteers.com  and fill the application to volunteer with Massar and other civil organisations.

 

What do I gain as a volunteer?

Voluntary work with Massar gives you a practical experience in development, in addition to a fun and useful experience.

 

Can I get an internship in Massar project?

Internship opportunities are limited. Interested people can send their resume to the following e-mail  info@massar.sy stating their wish to get an internship.

 

I have ideas that I wish to share with the project administration?

You can always send your thoughts to info@massar.syand the Massar team will contact you.

 

I am a Journalist and I wish to get information about Massar, how can I do that?

If information is not found on the website, you can contact us for more information on: info@massar.sy or by phone: + 963  11 3334953

 

Is there any printed information about Massar? How can I get it?

Yes, you can get our printed materials by sending an email to: info@massar.sy

 

Does the project give financial aid for young people?

No, it doesn’t.

 

Does the project give scholarships for students? 

No, it doesn’t.

 

I a m looking for a job with Massar?

For those interested in working for the project, please visit The Syria Trust for Development website on the following link: www.syriatrust.org

 

 I’m a company wishing to establish a working partnership with Massar, how can I do that?

 

You can reach us through e-mail info@massar.systating the company name, field of work, and we will contact you.

 

 

  

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