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Crafting Skills and Empowering Youth: Soap Making and Handicrafts in Bekaa, Lebanon

by Anera

January 22, 2024

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In Bekaa, Lebanon, young minds are unleashing their creativity and learning job skills through Anera’s soap making and handicrafts course. Participants hone their skills in crafting an array of handmade soap products, along with creating unique bracelets, necklaces, rings and various other bead items. This program is made possible with the support of UNICEF.

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