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A virtual youth program designed to foster interaction, communication, and capacity-building among Syrian youth. It encompasses thousands of university students and graduates residing in Syria, aged 18 to 39. The program aims to enhance members' abilities in leadership, civic, and comprehensive technical fields, ultimately strengthening their role in community-building and laying the foundation for the future of Syria. With the increasingly extreme exclusion of national and ethnic identities, the Shabab PRO program aims to provide a virtual homeland for Syrian youth in all conflict zones, combining knowledge, academic education, and communication (through cross-border networks and affiliations) to confront the exclusion and isolation of young people, strengthen peace and social cohesion, and contribute to building trust, understanding, idea exchange, and dialogue between different groups. It also addresses common challenges and creates a flexible environment that brings about permanent positive change and a more secure future.

What is Shabab PRO

The Shabab PRO platform is powered by Microsoft Teams, a key application within Microsoft Office 365 provided to every Shabab PRO member. Microsoft Teams serves as a digital hub that brings together users, files, and data in one place. It facilitates real-time collaboration and communication, enabling seamless meetings, file and app sharing, and even fun interactions with emojis. The members are grouped into teams, and there are three main tracks. 

Academic Expertise on Shabab PRO Platform

Academic experts from Syria and 14 other Arab countries have generously volunteered their time and expertise to provide free training on the Shabab PRO platform. In addition to delivering seminars that enhance civic participation and peacebuilding, such as "Effective Civic Engagement," "Youth Leadership in Political Processes," and "Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution," this diverse group of professionals also offers training in technology, job market skills, and self-development. Courses include "Digital Literacy and IT Skills," "Career Readiness and Job Market Integration," and "Personal Development and Leadership." These efforts significantly contribute to empowering and educating Syrian youth in various conflict zones within Syria.

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Academic Volunteers
Syrian and Arab Academics Volunteering for Free

Shabab PRO 2023 Achievements

46+ Facilitators and Session Managers

Trained youth to manage sessions and dialogues.

350+ Gained Employment

Reported gaining job opportunities after increasing their expertise.

125+ Improved Work Conditions

Said they increased their skills in the workplace.

15+ Community Initiatives

Participated in youth-led community initiatives.