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“A Changed Perspective on the World,” Alison O’Hara since our Youth Ability Summit in Syria

The following entry highlights Alison O’Hara, a participant from our Youth Ability Summit. This entry is a part of our “Where Are They Now?” series. Here is what she had to say about his experience in Syria: It’s been over a year now since our trip to Syria and I would give anything to go back in […]

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From Syria to Washington DC: Hamza Jaka’s life since participating in our Youth Ability Summit

The following entry highlights Hamza Jaka, a participant from our Youth Ability Summit. This entry is a part of our “Where Are They Now?” series. Here is what he had to say about his experience in Syria: I can’t believe it really was two years ago that I joined my fellow compatriots in Syria. Boy, how […]

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Did you know that the Open Hands Initiative is on Facebook and Twitter? Meet us there to stay up-to-date on the organization’s latest news and events. Start a conversation or join the dialogue. You can also check out the news page and archives to see the Open Hands Initiative featured in the media.

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My Experience at the Clinton Global Initiative

By Shafeka Hashash Attending the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) on Tuesday, September 21 was the most outstanding experience of my life. The CGI Special Session began with President Clinton’s opening remarks and followed by an acknowledgment of programs doing great work around the globe. The first of these was the Open Hands Initiative. President Clinton […]