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Ibtechar 

For fostering student growth and creativity

Over the past year, Ibtechar has enhanced its educational initiatives, Jothoor Al-Arabiya and Sanea. Jothoor Al-Arabiya, a program modernizing Arabic language learning, expanded with after-school programs and ongoing teacher training, improving accessibility and quality. Sanea, designed to foster innovation among youth, introduced the Sanea Excellence Program and partnered with Injaz to support entrepreneurship. Additionally, Ibtechar provided ten underserved schools with maker labs, engaging 100 students. These efforts resulted in an 85% level-up rate in Jothoor Al-Arabiya and notable student achievements, including platinum research awards. Both programs are economically sustainable, socially impactful, and set for further growth.