by Nermien Riad | Jul 9, 2014 | Approaches to Charity and Development
I’m traveling in Egypt this month, visiting our children and partners, and it’s no secret that these are not the easiest of times here. In places, economic pressures are causing the fabric of society to fray. In these times, the work of the Valuable Girl... 
by Nermien Riad | Jul 2, 2014 | "The Widow's Cause", Approaches to Charity and Development, Coptic Church
I’m always struck by how microfinance is truly one of those things where you get back what you put into it. That’s what makes it part of a transformational approach to development, as opposed to a “handouts” approach. This kind of approach is... 
by Nermien Riad | Jun 25, 2014 | Approaches to Charity and Development
Dear Friends: I’m pleased to share the reflections of Mena Hanna, who showed his great skills in the summer of 2013 as an intern at our headquarters in the greater Washington, DC area. We’re grateful for his hard work and dedication to the children of... by Nermien Riad | Jan 29, 2014 | Approaches to Charity and Development, Issues:Education, Serve To Learn
It’s not what you expect. Yes, the basic facts are simple: Serve to Learn is a unique Coptic Orphans program that connects young people from around the globe to Egypt, and this summer it will run July 4-26. When you take part, you’ll lead activities in... 
by Nermien Riad | Sep 20, 2013 | Approaches to Charity and Development, Egypt Revolution
When Atef’s mother heard a faint knock on the door, she was relieved thinking her son was back with bread for dinner. Nothing prepared her for the shocking sight she was about to see. Standing in the doorway supported by two men; drenched in blood, the 14-year... 
by | Sep 5, 2013 | Approaches to Charity and Development, Egypt Revolution, Issues That Impact Children in Egypt, Issues:Education
While Egypt is going through the darkest days in its history with churches torched, businesses ransacked and innocent people killed, Coptic Orphans continues to plough through the religious divide and plants seeds of unity and harmony. Despite the turmoil and violence...