Tahaddi (“challenge” in Arabic) is a Lebanese non-governmental organization dedicated to fighting poverty. Tahaddi offers holistic support to families facing extreme economic hardship through education, health and psychosocial services.
Tahaddi predominantly works in the informal settlement of Hay el Gharbeh in southern Beirut. Tahaddi programs prioritize vulnerable Lebanese families, including members of the Dom ethnic minority. Tahaddi also works with refugees, victims of conflict and discrimination, migrants and other stateless populations, irrespective of nationality, religion or social background.
Since 2013, Tahaddi has been running a sewing program to empower local women and teach them practical skills. This program has been expanded into an income-generating sewing workshop, open daily.