AL HAYAH is committed to working with the local population of Farafra through participatory methods, acknowledging the need for strong community/public participation. Essential to attaining any goals of economic and/or socio-cultural development is the necessity for all people, and groups to be involved in the development process.

AL HAYAH seeks to implement a variety of projects aimed at assisting the disadvantaged groups of the community while striving to ensure the natural environment of the White Desert is maintained.

Cultural Heritage

Protecting the cultural heritage of the Bedouins, while providing assistance in raising their standard of living, through projects and events promoting the production of traditional arts and crafts, is one major objective of AL HAYAH.

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Income Generation

Like the other Western Desert oases, Farafra is famous for its crafts, beautifully embroidered clothes, wool products, carpets and hand thrown pottery.

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Gender and Development

Al Hayah is committed to building the capacity of women in Farafra by organizing and strengthening a women’s association to provide opportunities for economic empowerment, public health education, and literacy improvement.

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Cultural Events

Al Hayah intends to organize several cultural events, such as music festivals where bands from all over the country will be invited. Where the local Bedouins will play their traditional Bedouin music, cultural seminars and competitions will also be organized.

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