A young boy, Kareem: Visually impaired student in Gaza who has been a member of Al Sununu choirs since 2011 wins prestigious music scholarship
With a strong voice, full of hope and life, Kareem has broken down the barriers imposed on him, both by his visual impairment and by living in the Gaza Strip. Ever since he was a toddler, he loved to sing: “I used to sing while using a bottle to make musical rhythms.” Karim’s strong voice and talent were discovered by his music teacher. They worked together to strengthen and improve his vocal abilities.
Kareem started to perform at community events, in universities, community centres, and at special events hosted by organisations based in Gaza. He soon came to the attention of our Association, which selected him for Al Sununu. Kareem won first-place at a music competition, granting him a full four-year scholarship to the prestigious Edward Said National Conservatory.
“Kareem won the scholarship based on his competence”, said Arab Mohamed, the AER project coordinator for Al Sununu in Gaza.
His remarkable talent, supported by his teachers, choir, and community, will ensure that Kareem has a promising future in the world of music.