Begun as a literacy project in 1950, CEOSS is one of Egypt's largest development organizations, providing integrated approaches to poor communities in areas of economic, agricultural and environmental development, health care, and education. CEOSS works to improve Egyptian society through promoting community based participatory development in health, education, agriculture, environment and the economic arena; creating tools and forums that contribute to building pluralism in society; and establishing capacity building institutions targeted at development gaps; encouraging a broadened role and vision for Egyptian religious and civil institutions enabling them to constructively cope with new economic, social and political realities; creating multiple forums for dialogue to increase social and religious tolerance, contribute to democratization, and generate positive approaches to problem solving. As a Christian voice of tolerance in an Egyptian context, CEOSS works with all people regardless of gender, race, religion or beliefs. Through its various efforts, CEOSS encourages Muslim and Christian neighbors to work together toward common goals. With over 50 years of experience, CEOSS is a leader in grassroots community development, and serves as a catalyst for cooperation and capacity building among other area Civil Society Organizations.

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