FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Netherlands
Address
Uiverlaan 17Country
City
MaassluisProvince
Zuid-HollandMobile Phone
+31644612147Telephone
+235720173Year of Establishment
2025Contact Person1
Magdy Abdel FattahJob Title 1
Chair of the BoardContact Person 2
Kerollos SharabeenJob Title 2
Netherlands Office DirectorOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Democracy and community development, Gender, Media, Research, Youth and educationGeneral Information
Stichting Colorful World is a Netherlands-based civil society organization working in both the Netherlands and Egypt to support the empowerment and social inclusion of marginalized communities, particularly women and LGBTQ+ individuals. The organization focuses on strengthening access to rights and opportunities through training, capacity-building programmes, community initiatives, and direct legal support.
Colorful World also conducts research and analytical studies documenting legal and social challenges faced by marginalized groups. By combining community-based work with knowledge production, the organization contributes to dialogue, awareness, and evidence-based discussions on social inclusion and community empowerment in the Euro-Mediterranean region.
Mission and Objectives
Colorful World is a Netherlands-based civil society organization working across the Netherlands and Egypt to support the empowerment and social inclusion of marginalized communities, particularly women and LGBTQ+ individuals. The organization works to strengthen access to rights, opportunities, and participation in social and economic life.
Through capacity-building programmes, professional training, and community-based initiatives, Colorful World seeks to enhance the skills and resilience of marginalized groups and support their ability to engage in public life. The organization also provides direct legal support and guidance to individuals facing legal and social barriers.
In addition, Colorful World conducts research and analytical studies that document social and legal challenges affecting marginalized communities. By combining field experience with knowledge production, the organization contributes to evidence-based dialogue, policy discussions, and cross-regional learning within the Euro-Mediterranean spac
Main Projects / Activities
Colorful World implements community-based initiatives aimed at empowering marginalized groups, particularly women and LGBTQ+ individuals, through capacity building, training programmes, and community support activities. The organization also provides direct legal support to individuals facing legal and social barriers.
In addition, Colorful World conducts research and analytical studies documenting legal and social challenges affecting marginalized communities. These activities contribute to evidence-based dialogue, knowledge production, and policy discussions within the Euro-Mediterranean region.
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
Colorful World can contribute to the network by sharing its experience in community-based work with marginalized groups, particularly women and LGBTQ+ individuals. Through its activities in training, capacity building, legal support, and research, the organization can contribute knowledge and practical insights on social inclusion and access to rights.
Based in the Netherlands and working across different contexts, Colorful World is also interested in contributing to dialogue and knowledge exchange within the Euro-Mediterranean region. The organization aims to participate in collaborative initiatives, share research findings, and engage with other civil society actors working on community empowerment and social cohesion.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
Colorful World seeks to join the Anna Lindh Foundation Network to engage with a diverse community of civil society organizations working across the Euro-Mediterranean region. The organization is interested in exchanging experiences, sharing knowledge, and contributing to collaborative initiatives that promote social inclusion and community empowerment.
By joining the network, Colorful World aims to strengthen dialogue and cooperation with organizations working on similar social challenges, while also contributing its experience in community-based work, training, legal support, and research addressing the needs of marginalized communities.
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