Meridian

Our Projects & Initiatives

Explore our impactful initiatives and the results we've achieved across our core focus areas.

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Arab Youth Leadership Academy

A six-month intensive leadership development program for young Arabs in Europe who aspire to take on leadership roles in civil society, politics, business, or the arts. Participants undergo a structured curriculum combining leadership theory, practical skills workshops, study visits to European institutions, and a final community project.

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Civic Integration Support Program

A community-based program supporting newly arrived Arab refugees and migrants in navigating German civic life. The program provides orientation sessions, legal literacy workshops, language support, and peer mentoring to help participants understand their rights, access public services, and build social connections in their new communities.

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Digital Skills for Arab Women in Germany

A targeted capacity-building initiative equipping Arab women in Germany with practical digital and professional skills to improve their employment prospects and economic independence. The program combines technical training in digital tools with mentorship, networking, and career coaching sessions delivered in both Arabic and German.

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Arab-European Intercultural Dialogue Forum

An annual forum bringing together civil society leaders, academics, artists, and policymakers from Arab and European countries to build shared understanding on issues of migration, identity, pluralism, and democratic values. The forum creates a structured platform for constructive dialogue that goes beyond stereotypes and media narratives.

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Youth Political Participation in Europe

A cross-national project empowering young Arabs in Germany, France, and the Netherlands to engage in local and European democratic processes. Through a series of political education workshops, simulation exercises, and exchanges with elected officials, participants develop the skills and confidence to become active civic voices in their communities.

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