A Dream Almost Within Reach - Help Me Make It Real

Sarah El-Sadek Start Date: May 30, 2025 - End Date: Jun 8, 2025
  • Educational/Research Trip
  • Professional Development
  • Study/Degree Abroad
  • Netherlands

My Travel Story

by: Sarah El-Sadek Start Date: May 30, 2025 - End Date: Jun 8, 2025
  • Educational/Research Trip
  • Professional Development
  • Study/Degree Abroad
Hi, my name is Sarah. I’m an Egyptian architect, a daughter, a dreamer — and someone who’s never stopped believing that education can change a life.

Growing up in a low-middle-income family in Egypt, things were never easy. Opportunities were scarce, and life often felt like an uphill battle. But I held onto one thing: a deep belief that I could build something better for myself, for others, and maybe even for the cities we live in.

I worked hard to earn my bachelor’s degree in architecture from Alexandria University. I kept pushing forward, even when I wasn’t sure how I’d make it to.

And now, after years of effort, hope, and a thousand quiet prayers, I’ve been accepted into a top Master’s program in Europe. Even more incredibly, I’ve received a partial scholarship to help make it happen.

But I’m still €5,000 short.
And without this amount, I won’t be able to get my visa or cover the basic costs to start this journey.

I’ve applied for every possible grant. I’ve reached out to organizations. And now, I’m turning to you — not just for money, but for belief. For a chance.

If you’re able to contribute, no matter the amount, you’re not just helping me afford school.
You’re helping me break a cycle.
You’re helping a young woman from Egypt build a future.
You’re helping me believe it’s okay to ask for help — and to dream big.

From my heart, thank you. For reading this, for sharing, for believing.

– Sarah
  • Netherlands