I TEACH FOR SYRIA
Redefining the educational landscape in Syria through comprehensive professional development for educational staff
Program Overview
At Rifad, we are working to redefine the educational landscape in Syria, in alignment with Decree No. 148 issued on August 25, 2025, which aims to qualify and empower administrative and teaching staff.
In collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor of the Syrian Arab Republic, Rifad Educational Foundation implements a comprehensive training program targeting the educational, administrative, and supervisory staff nominated by the ministries.
Three Main Training Domains
Comprehensive development across all aspects of education
Educational Domain
Modern teaching methods, active learning strategies, and interactive lesson design
Administrative Domain
School leadership, management effectiveness, and organizational development
Technical Domain
Educational technology, digital tools, and innovative teaching resources
Program Beneficiaries
Supporting all levels of educational leadership
Teachers
School Principals and Supervisors
Individuals seeking to join the education sector
Fresh Graduates
Program Objectives
Building capacity for excellence in education
Foster a school environment grounded in educational and human values
Enable teachers to adopt active learning methods and communicate effectively with students
Enhance teachers' competency in applying modern teaching strategies
Support classroom mental health by improving classroom management effectiveness
Prepare teachers to design interactive learning units and adapt to emerging educational developments
Comprehensive Educational Impact
Transforming every aspect of the learning experience
Teacher Transformation
Teachers transition from being 'knowledge transmitters' to 'learning designers,' 'psychological guides,' and 'educational leaders'
Student Empowerment
Students become active, confident learners capable of critical and creative thinking within a supportive environment
School Evolution
Schools evolve into inclusive educational environments that are safe, innovative, collaborative, and sustainable
Social Impact
Trust in the public education system is restored, contributing to social stability and national development
Rifad's sustainable program "I Teach for Syria" serves as a distinguished model for developing educational competencies in challenging contexts and constitutes a strategic investment in human educational capital