Our Team
Locally led, community-rooted, driven by care
Meet the Team
Yaman Albittar is a Syrian student, educator, and aspiring physician committed to expanding educational opportunity and rebuilding communities affected by conflict. Having grown up in Syria and witnessed firsthand the long-term effects of war, displacement, and educational disruption, he launched Light of Beginning to support conflict-affected youth through education, confidence-building, and meaningful community-centered programming. Yaman currently studies neuroscience and follows a pre-medical track in the United States, with long-term interests in medicine, trauma recovery, global health, and humanitarian leadership. His work is driven by a belief that peace is built not only through policy, but through restoring dignity, opportunity, and hope in the lives of young people.
Dr. Abdul Salam Albittar
Local Director & Community Coordinator
Dr. Abdul Salam Albittar is a physician serving the Al-Hamra community in Syria and the local implementation coordinator for Light of Beginning. Through his longstanding relationships within the local community, educational institutions, and families, he supports project implementation, educator coordination, logistics, and community engagement to ensure the program responds effectively to local needs.
Local Educators
Teaching Staff — Al-Hamra, Syria
Our local educator team includes experienced teachers and child development professionals working directly with participating students on the ground in Syria.
Get Involved
We are looking for educators, volunteers, and supporters who believe in restoring opportunity for Syria's children. Whether you are based in Syria or abroad, there is a role for you.
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