Tafawwaq Program

Tafawwaq Program

Tafawwaq Program

Empowering University Students to Pursue Academic Excellence

Launched in 2016 by IRADA, the Tafawwaq Program is a university interest-free loan initiative that aims to support students who face financial obstacles in continuing their higher education. Tafawwaq not only provides financial assistance but also guides students toward academic paths that align with their ambitions and capabilities.

Program Mission

Tafawwaq is built on the belief that financial hardship should never hinder academic excellence. The program offers a comprehensive support system that includes funding, guidance, and access to scholarship opportunities, enabling students to pursue their university education with confidence and dignity.

Three-Pillar Support Approach

  1. 💰 Financial Support: Interest-free university loans provided through the "Excellence Fund" — students begin repayment once the loan is accepted.
  2. 🧭 Academic Guidance: Support in identifying specializations and programs that match each student’s strengths and goals.
  3. 🏛 Scholarship Information: Sharing information about scholarships available inside and outside Lebanon, as well as financial aid opportunities at universities.

Program Impact (2016 – July 15, 2025)

Over nine years, Tafawwaq has made a lasting impact on students' lives:

  • 👩‍🎓 65 beneficiary students (including 7 new in 2025)
  • 💳 119 educational loans issued (26 of them in 2025)
  • 🎓 37 students graduated from university
  • 32 loans fully settled
  • 🧑‍🎓 22 students currently enrolled in university

Funding Summary

  • 💵 Donations/Sulaf (2022 – July 2025): USD 80,648
  • 💰 Loan disbursements:
    USD 207,597 (including USD 39,543 in 2025)
    LBP 459,500,000

An Investment in Academic Potential

Tafawwaq is more than just a loan program — it is a commitment to nurturing academic potential, providing youth with the resources, direction, and support they need to graduate and thrive, regardless of their financial background.