In the beautiful backdrop of Mawza’s mountains, Safia has managed to build a new life for herself after years of struggle and displacement. Originally from a village nearby, she was forced to flee with her family six years along due to the conflict. Since her husband’s passing, Safia has taken on the responsibility of raising her six children alone, determined to create a better future for them.

When the family first arrived in Mawza’, survival was a struggle and school felt like a distant luxury. They used to borrow a donkey so that her 14-year-old daughter Malak could fetch water and help with errands, which left her with no time to attend school. However, things took a turn for the better when Safia received her first cash installment from the International Organization for Migration (IOM).

Eager to give her children the education they deserved, she rushed to register them at the local school. Now, Malak walks to school each day with pride and excitement for the day ahead. With the remaining money, Safia was able to cover basic household costs and her medical expenses.