The Za’atari refugee Camp in Jordan is slated to have access to culturally-based music education and a state-of-the-art recording studio thanks to a partnership between Playing For Change Foundation (PFCF) Questscope, and Dream Day Foundation. According to a statement on Tuesday, joining Questscope’s creative arts programs, this new project will provide classes in Guitar, Drums, Oud, and Voice, as well as a professional recording studio and performance space. The project aims to focus on the youth of the 85,000 residents of the camp, 60% of which under 25. Students will also have the opportunity to collaborate with the PFCF participants from their other 50 locations in 17 countries across the globe – including in recording, performance, and music video production. “Questscope has already had tremendous impact in Za’atari through their Youth Center and Trauma Alleviation programming, and we’re excited to bring more attention to their incredible work alongside Dream Day,” said PFCF CEO Jake Groshong, “these are the exact type of partners we look for as we strive to serve the youth of Za’atari through music and culture. We are able to dramatically impact the lives of those who need it most.” Having worked with Za’atari youth for more than 8 years, Questscope continues to grow its Youth Center to become a true hub of creativity and especially hope during these uncertain times. “Celebrating music as the universal language we all speak can help us heal from trauma and level the educational playing field. This program, and the recording studio, significantly upgraded by Dream Day, will give these youth the opportunity to rise far beyond the circumstances they face,” said Questscope CEO Mutthana Khriesat. Dream Day Founder Todd Krim adds, “We cannot wait to show the world the incredible spirit and talent of the youth of Za’atari and there is no better time to share this exciting news than on World Refugee Day, a day of commemoration and of remembering of more than 100 million forced displaced people worldwide. We plan to bring major artists from around the globe to witness, collaborate and further support the youth of this program.”
Source: Jordan News Agency
