The area was severely damaged by the war. Many men were killed or remain missing.
Women are now heads of family.
With no male in the family, the women had to cultivate the fields in order to survive. Traditionally only the men cultivate the fields. 15 young women successfully completed a driving course, which was implemented by Motrat Qiriazi with KWI funds. At first the women had difficulty concentrating on the driving lessons. Now they feel empowered and confident in their new skills, not only in driving but also in agriculture.