Wataneya became Sanad

February 2024

In the presence of Her Excellency the Minister of Social Solidarity, WATANEYA organized an event to launch its new brand identity, becoming "SANAD for Alternative Parental Care." This coincided with the 15th anniversary of its establishment in 2008. "SANAD," reflects the society’s sustainable support for the alternative care system to enable every child and youth to shape their future to be the support “SANAD” to their community. Since 2008, the commitment to enhancing the quality of life for every orphan has always been the SANAD’s driving force through standardization, research, certified training, and advocacy, to promote “Alternative Parental Care” for orphan children and youth. During the 15-year journey, SANAD provided diverse services in alternative care field. This includes developing care homes, training caregivers and professionals in the field, developing the Kafala system, preparing youth for self-reliance and aftercare, contributing to legislations advancements, and knowledge creation and dissemination through research, publications, and active participation in regional and international conferences and forums. With an exceptional and dedicated team united by the core values of Pioneering, Innovation, Professionalism, and Compassion, SANAD eagerly anticipates forging ahead into new horizons, fostering an eco-system that empowers children and youth without parental care to realize their full potential and become invaluable assets to their communities