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Refugee Women's Fitness

Refugee Women's Fitness

Organization information

Operation Mercy

Location: Orebro, Sweden

Summary

Provides a safe and consistent place for women to gather and practice aerobic dance and strengthening exercise in two Syrian Refugee camps. This program improves the physical, mental, and emotional health of participants, creates community, and trains leaders from within the community. Women have seen dramatic weight loss, better self-image, increased confidence and energy, less sickness, healthier marriages and families new friendships, and empowerment to serve their communities creatively.

Project locations

Iraq

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