Naomi
I want you to know that today we started the course for the Druze women
There are 15 women in the course… teaching them something that will help them in the future.
It’s really great and we are so proud of you and your foundation, the Good People Fund, and thank you for letting us make this step
I want you to know that the women send you regards and a big hug
Samih and Nihaia

Who knew when I was asked if I could meet with a Druze community leader in Israel last February that I would discover another amazing individual who shared that his greatest joy in life was helping people. Samih Halibi and his dedicated wife, Nihaia, have been actively assisting fellow citizens in the city of Daliyat al Carmel for many years. Situated south of Haifa, the city is best known for its beautiful museum as well as being part of a regional high-tech center. Druze countrymen have been active defenders of the State of Israel and Samih and his children have all served with distinction in the IDF.

Samih’s wish was to select 15-20 women between the ages of 30 and 40 and introduce them to modern technology. For many a computer is nothing more than a mysterious invention and smartphones are even more confounding.

Samih and Nihaia sent this note immediately after the first session ended on Monday afternoon. Their excitement throughout the process of proposing the idea, developing a budget and selecting the right students was palpable.

When we think of a life without a computer or smartphone we understand why Samih’s idea was so important. We could not be happier to help make it happen.