Beneficiary: Tareiz El-Shamas
Fund Date: 12/2023
Age: 52 years old
Family members: 3
Skills and experience: 13 years of experience
Tareiz El-Shamas is a resilient woman who faced life's challenges with a strong heart and unwavering determination. Through the ups and downs of her marriage, which culminated in divorce in 2007, Tareiz embarked on a new journey, taking full responsibility for her two children, Tala and Issa. Despite the setbacks, she didn't hesitate to turn her passion and talent for cooking into a source of income.
Tareiz quickly garnered admirers with her delicious cooking, leading to her being hired as a cooking instructor for several associations and organizations. In 2012, Tareiz faced a tragedy as her ex-husband took her children away to Sweden, cutting her communication with them, but she held her deep sorrow inside her heart while tirelessly continuing her work.
Her motivation prompted her to attend multiple courses ranging from English language to nursing, life skills, first aid, and project management, utilizing every chance for self-development. Her immense maternal love translated into volunteering for a humanitarian project for cancer patients, where she joyfully prepared the healthiest and most nourishing meals for them.
with the economic downturn in the past few years and the rising of living costs in Syria, Tareiz resolved to redouble her efforts. She began accepting home-cooked meal orders, striving to secure a dignified livelihood.
When Tareiz learned about the Micro-Project program in Damascus, she wasted no time in applying for support to establish her own kitchen, where she could pursue her passion for cooking and attain independence in her work.
Today, having received the support she sought, Tareiz feels gratitude, having achieved her biggest dreams. Her journey is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and unwavering faith in the face of adversity. Tareiz El-Shamas stands as an inspiration for courage and perseverance.