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SPNL is the national partner for BirdLife International in Lebanon. We strive to conserve biodiversity for the provision of a better quality of life through sustaining sites, habitats, species, and people.
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A tranquil path leads through a vibrant Hima site, where wildflowers bloom and cedar forests thrive under Lebanon’s summer skies. This landscape reflects the harmony between nature and community conservation. Photo Credit: Spyro Klitira
BirdLife International

HIMA: A Lebanese Model Showcased for Integrating Nature Conservation and Community Empowerment

BirdLife International Middle East, in collaboration with the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), is organizing a webinar on 26 August...
Hima

At the Heart of the Hima… Turtles Return to Freedom

Under the patronage of the Municipality of Qarnael, and upon the invitation of the Qarnael Women’s Association, with the participation of the Society for...
Hima

SPNL Advances Hima Conservation with Kfarselwen Municipality and Mount Knaiseh Adventure Club

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is pleased to announce a productive and inspiring meeting with Kfarselwen Municipality and the...
Anti-Poaching Unit

Awareness and Training Session for Children at Beit Al Shabab Wal Thaqafa – Zouk Mikael

At the invitation of Beit Al Shabab Wal Thaqafa at the Municipality of Zouk Mikael, the Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) organized a special awareness and...
Biodiversity Guardianship
SPNL

Hotspots of exploitation: where are species under greatest threat?

A new paper pinpoints global hotspots for unsustainable commercial harvesting of species to prioritise efforts tackling one of the greatest threats to nature. By Margaret...
Projects
SPNL

Rooted Everyday announces first environment-themed Mediterranean writing competition

The new ‘Rooted Everyday Mediterranean Short Story Prize’ will celebrate and protect the rich culture and biodiversity found in Mediterranean ecoregions.   Key Dates: Competition launches: Tuesday...
What we do
SPNL

The Mediterranean’s first environment-themed short story competition is looking for new...

The Rooted Everyday Mediterranean Short Story Prize adult competition is now open (2 April – 24 June) #MedStoryPrize Eligibility Stories could draw inspiration from the oral tradition of...
Hima
SPNL

Hima system is promoted via AEON Environmental Foundation Publication

Hima
SPNL

Japanese Embassy field visit to Hima Ras Al Maten

The Japanese ambassador to Lebanon Ambassador Matahiro Yamaguchi visited  Hima Ras Al Maten in Mount Lebanon. The field visit started with an introduction at...
Environment
SPNL

Lebanon Hosts the Sixth Mediterranean Forest Week

The Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations(FAO), is hosting the Sixth edition of the Mediterranean...
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The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is dedicated to conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable development, and safeguarding Lebanon’s natural and cultural heritage. As the national partner of BirdLife International, SPNL embraces the Hima approach, a community-based conservation model that harmonizes nature, people, and culture. Through education, advocacy, and partnerships, we empower communities to protect vital ecosystems and species while ensuring livelihoods and well-being. Join us in our mission to preserve Lebanon's unique environment for future generations. Visit our website or follow us on social media to learn more and support our initiatives. Together, we can make a difference.

Horsh Kayfoun, Luc Hoffmann Hima Center،, Itani, Kayfoun, Mount Lebanon