Great Job Project

The first workplace we opened was a locksmith’s workshop in Qaraqosh

Before the ISIS takeover, Qaraqosh was the largest Christian town in Iraq. As a result of military operations, it was left completely destroyed. Our priority, therefore, was to launch workplaces in sectors most needed for rebuilding the town. We quickly managed to find craftsmen who had run a locksmith’s workshop before the war, and we bought them the necessary tools. They resumed work that very same day—and have continued ever since.

Later, we began opening other workshops, workplaces, and shops. The recipients of our aid named the project Great Job. The results of this type of aid are often surprising, and the entrepreneurship of the people we have supported continues to amaze us.
Equally important is the fact that by helping individual families, we support entire communities, which regain access to goods and services in their own neighborhoods.

The first workplace we opened was a locksmith’s workshop in Qaraqosh

Before the ISIS takeover, Qaraqosh was the largest Christian town in Iraq. As a result of military operations, it was left completely destroyed. Our priority, therefore, was to launch workplaces in sectors most needed for rebuilding the town. We quickly managed to find craftsmen who had run a locksmith’s workshop before the war, and we bought them the necessary tools. They resumed work that very same day—and have continued ever since.

Later, we began opening other workshops, workplaces, and shops. The recipients of our aid named the project Great Job. The results of this type of aid are often surprising, and the entrepreneurship of the people we have supported continues to amaze us.
Equally important is the fact that by helping individual families, we support entire communities, which regain access to goods and services in their own neighborhoods.

We offer people a chance to become financially independent.

The families we support do not want to depend on anyone. They want to earn a living and shape their own future. Being able to work gives them a chance at economic stability, which in turn enables them to provide education for their children, afford healthcare, and improve their overall living conditions.

We establish workplaces across various sectors. These include grocery and clothing shops, drugstores, bakeries, service points, and craft workshops, such as upholsterers, carpenters, locksmiths, and welders, among others. We have provided this type of support mainly in Iraq, where we have created the most workplaces to date. But we have also successfully implemented the Great Job project in Nigeria.

In addition to launching new workplaces, we also help develop existing ones by providing equipment and tools that enable them to become more competitive and generate greater income.

All materials and equipment required to open workplaces are purchased locally.

This allows us to minimize costs. We don’t need to worry about transport or servicing, since everything is done locally. Each business is adapted to the skills and experience of the individuals we support. If someone used to work as a car mechanic, we help them open a repair shop. We support hairdressers in opening their own salons. In this way, people can continue working in their professions and doing what they do best.

All on-the-ground work is carried out by our volunteers from the countries where we operate. They are familiar with the local market and know the prices of goods and services well. Those receiving our assistance often join us in the process of creating their future shops and workshops. They select the materials, tools, and other necessary equipment according to their preferences. They also frequently take part in the physical work—such as renovating buildings and rooms—that will serve as their future workplaces.

All materials and equipment required to open workplaces are purchased locally.

This allows us to minimize costs. We don’t need to worry about transport or servicing, since everything is done locally. Each business is adapted to the skills and experience of the individuals we support. If someone used to work as a car mechanic, we help them open a repair shop. We support hairdressers in opening their own salons. In this way, people can continue working in their professions and doing what they do best.

All on-the-ground work is carried out by our volunteers from the countries where we operate. They are familiar with the local market and know the prices of goods and services well. Those receiving our assistance often join us in the process of creating their future shops and workshops. They select the materials, tools, and other necessary equipment according to their preferences. They also frequently take part in the physical work—such as renovating buildings and rooms—that will serve as their future workplaces.

The locksmith’s workshop in Qaraqosh cost:

$1140

The lowest cost of opening a business was:

$140

The locksmith’s workshop in Qaraqosh cost:

$1140

The lowest cost of opening a business was:

$140

Support the GREAT JOB Project

Account number for donations in USD

40 1020 1853 0000 9602 0294 3090

Account number for donations in EUR

35 1020 1853 0000 9802 0294 3082

Account number for donations in GBP

19 1750 0012 0000 0000 3411 9414

More ways to make a donation can be found HERE