About us
Tafawol Association: Towards a Better Future
Tafawol was founded in 2016 as a refugee-led community organisation, starting as a small initiative to support children with special needs within local schools. Over time, Tafawol has evolved into a multi-site, integrated institution offering comprehensive services to support refugees and migrants.
Our programmes include a year-round school for migrant children with disabilities, speech and language therapy services for children with special needs, including physiotherapy, legal aid programmes, vocational skills and employment training for migrant women and single mothers, as well as a kindergarten programme, the production of online educational videos, and psychosocial support programmes for migrant communities.
Tafawol is located in the Faisal district of Giza Governorate, Egypt, and works in partnership with a wide network of refugee-led community organisations, as well as local and international non-governmental organisations. Through these partnerships, we provide basic resources, safe and inclusive community spaces, and support community empowerment and protection issues for refugees. We also offer specialised professional services to families with children with special needs or disabilities.
Vision
Tafawol Association seeks to build a society in which refugees, migrants, and the most vulnerable groups, especially children with special needs and their families, enjoy a dignified and safe life, with equal opportunities for protection, education, and psychological and social support.
The Message
Tafawol Association's mission is to provide comprehensive humanitarian and development services to refugees and migrants, with a special focus on children with special needs, women, and the most vulnerable families. Through community protection programmes, psychosocial support, education and rehabilitation, the association seeks to empower individuals, restore their dignity and strengthen their resilience within communities affected by displacement.
Tafawol Values: an Equal Society
At Tafaul, we believe that values are the foundation upon which we build all our work. We are committed to human dignity, inclusivity, and justice for all. Our values extend beyond service delivery to every aspect of our daily lives with beneficiaries, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment that fosters care and empowerment for all.
Respecting the human dignity of every individual and working to promote human rights for all people, regardless of their gender, cultural or social background.
Striving for inclusiveness in all activities and services provided, Ensuring non-discrimination between individuals on the basis of race, Or religion, or nationality, Or any other characteristics.
Strengthen the role of community leadership by involving refugees and migrants in decision-making and implementing programmes that aim to support them and meet their needs.
Ensuring the confidentiality of personal and sensitive information of service beneficiaries. With respect for their rights to privacy and protection from any kind of exploitation or abuse.
Empowering individuals and communities by providing them with the support they need to reach their full potential. Ensuring the sustainability of the association’s programmes to guarantee a lasting and continuous impact on society.