Syrian refugees benefit from KSrelief’s volunteer program

RIYADH: The 25th volunteer training program organized by Saudi aid agency KSrelief recently concluded at Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan, Saudi Press Agency reported.

The week-long program involved 23 volunteers who assisted more than 900 Syrian refugees.

Run in collaboration with the Technical and Vocational Training Corp. and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, the program offered training courses in areas such as tablet and mobile phone maintenance, sewing and embroidery, ceramics, pottery, and carpentry.

It also included English language courses, interactive science courses in chemistry and physics, and activities to enhance children’s creative and social skills.

Additionally, the program provided medical services at the camp’s clinics in specialties such as ophthalmology, dermatology, diabetic foot care, and physical and occupational therapy.

Workshops for wheelchair maintenance and repair and about medical equipment were also held.

This program was one of KSrelief’s volunteer initiatives and emphasized the importance of volunteer work.