Techno Lab Damascus by Sanad Youth is an educational and creative space designed to provide young people in the capital with access to modern digital fabrication technologies. Through tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, and electronics workstations, the lab enables youth to learn, experiment, and build real projects using hands-on STEAM and digital manufacturing skills.

Driven by Sanad Youth’s mission of empowering Syrian youth, the Damascus Techno Lab aims to cultivate a capable and reliable tech community in Damascus—one able to contribute to local innovation and develop solutions to real societal needs. This vision shapes the lab’s activities, from workshops to collaborative projects and community programs.

The lab offers a variety of services, including:

Hands-on Workshops:
Practical training sessions covering digital fabrication, electronics, 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC machining, coding, and prototype development—allowing young people to gain real technical competencies under expert guidance.

Prototyping Consulting & Technical Support:
Customized support for youth working on project ideas, including design guidance, technical mentoring, prototype planning, and selecting appropriate tools and methods for development.

Project Incubation & Mentoring:
A structured pathway for ideas that reach an advanced stage, offering sustained mentorship, equipment access, and regular follow-up to ensure projects evolve into viable, impactful prototypes.

Events & Networking:
Community gatherings, exhibitions, and internal competitions designed to highlight youth achievements, strengthen their confidence, and connect them with partners, mentors, and resources in the tech ecosystem.

Leveraging Local Expertise & Community Needs:
The lab works closely with local professionals, craftsmen, and domain experts to help young innovators design solutions tailored to real challenges in Damascus—combining global digital fabrication knowledge with local insight.

By integrating technology, creativity, and community-driven problem-solving, Damascus Techno Lab stands as a key pillar in building a strong national ecosystem for innovation—supporting youth, strengthening local capabilities, and contributing to Sanad Youth’s long-term vision for Syria’s tech future.