This is a program dedicated to preserving the environment while improving the lives of those who live and work amidst city waste. In poor areas of Cairo, entire families live on trash dumps, earning their livelihood by collecting and sorting the city’s garbage at their homes. These areas are often called “Garbage Cities”. APE offers […]
In a country that has high levels of unemployment and low job creation rates, people are often prevented from reaching their potential. Millions of Egyptians are trapped in the cycle of poverty that has plagued them for years. It is our mission to lend a helping hand to those who are consistently denied the opportunity […]
HANDS’ commitment to the people of Egypt is not bound by any divisions within society. We are determined to empower Egyptian communities that have seen the horrors of discrimination, whether it be because these people were part of an ethnic or racial minority, victims of religious intolerance, or physically or mentally disabled. We understand that […]
In recent years, American perceptions of the Middle East and the Arab world have suffered as a result of political events, lack of communication and interaction, and media portrayal, among other things. Likewise, Arabs’ and Muslims’ views of the United States have grown increasingly negative, particularly among youth. Such a situation has resulted in less productive […]
Alternative breaks offer students the opportunity to travel to Egypt when they are not in school. We are always looking for interested groups of students who have an interest in the region or its rich history and culture. Utilizing our experience, we are able to plan a trip that meets your group’s specific needs and […]
Join us as we explore the history, religions, culture and development efforts of one of the world’s oldest nations. . .
The people of the United States and Egypt have intertwined destinies; we will succeed or fail together. Recognizing this important relationship, HANDS is committed to building bridges between peoples. Our programs encourage cross-cultural learning from an international perspective. We sponsor insight trips and missions to Egypt that allow Americans to see how the country really […]
