Displaced Syrians in Idlib hold classes in Roman ruins
Volunteers have made ancient ruins in the middle of a displacement camp in Idlib into classrooms for displaced women and children.
A Roman archaeological site dating to the 16th century AD in the Deir Hassan area north of Idlib has been made into an educational center, thanks to the efforts of one displaced woman. It offers classes for the camps’ children and women who wish to learn new skills and benefit from vocational training.
The site, the remains of an ancient fortress, a church and castle, is located in the midst of nearly 600 refugee camps housing hundreds of thousands of displaced Syrians.
Najlaa Salah Mimar, who was displaced from Maarat al-Numan in south Idlib, enlisted friends to help her hang curtains, fix the floor and bring in chairs and tables.
Mimar told Al-Monitor her aim was to “help displaced children and women who aspire to find job opportunities." She said the center offers training in "several vocations such as sewing, first aid, hairdressing, make-up and weaving.”
