VOLUNTEER STORY

Reem Sandarusi · AHR Volunteer

My name is Reem Sandarusi. Working with children and supporting those in need has always felt close to my heart. Over the years, I volunteered at a cancer center , SOS Village Jordan and later with UNICEF France, experiences that quietly shaped my values and guided me towards humanitarian work

I learned about AHR through a friend I met during a case management course, at a time when I was seeking deeper understanding of how to empower children and respond to their different needs and goals. I didn’t know then that this introduction would become such an important part of my life.

For the past 4 years, AHR has been my home. My main role was within the humanitarian work, especially with children, where I felt most connected and useful .

I am deeply grateful for every member of the AHR team. I cannot imagine this journey without them. Every time we meet, my heart feels full like butterflies, reminding me that this is where I belong. They are not just a team to me, they are a family I chose, and a family I will carry in my heart forever. It carries a special warmth when you see volunteers coming from across the world, offering not only their time, but their care, love, and life experiences. It is this collective spirit that brings a sense of magic to everything we do, making every encounter unforgettable.

Every mission leaves me with a mix of hope and a quiet ache. I see children who have never known a normal life, whose days have been shaped by war, displacement, and loss. Some are lucky to find moments of safety and joy, but many still face so much uncertainty. That thought stays with me, calling me to act, to think, and to get more involved.

What inspires me most is Dr. Humam, whose unconditional love for humanity and for his own people, even during the hardest times, sparked a dream to help those in need. That one vision has grown into the dream of thousands, all sharing the same hope, the same goal, and the same commitment to make a difference.

I remember a young girl from the camp who clung to me and said I reminded her of her aunt whom she missed dearly. In those quiet, tender moments, the bonds we share carry hope, bring comfort, and create a sense of belonging that stays with you long after the mission ends.

If our work gives even one child the courage to dream, to keep going, or to believe that a better future is possible, then every effort is worth it.