The “Trail of Roses” at Hima Diman Gardens: Where Nature Meets Spirituality—and Rain Blesses the Opening
Under the patronage and in the presence of Maronite Patriarch Cardinal Mar Bechara Boutros Al-Rahi, with Dr. Antoine Sfeir representing President of the Republic...
A Future Rooted in the Land: SPNL’s New Playbook Opens the Door to Community Conservation
Combining an ancient tradition with practical steps for local action, the Hima Playbook shows how communities can protect nature while sustaining the livelihoods, knowledge...
From “What Is a Hima?” to “How Do We Begin?”: A Playbook for Community Conservation
By Assad Serhal
Director General, Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL)
Whenever we speak about the revival of the Hima, two questions almost...
Women and the Hima: Empowering Communities, Protecting Nature and Sustaining Livelihoods
The Hima: A relationship between people and nature
The Hima is more than a protected geographical area. It represents a relationship between people, nature, culture...
Saving the Desert’s Most Tenacious Birds
In the heart of Arizona’s arid landscapes, a small owl peered out from a cardboard pet carrier, its large yellow eyes scanning the surroundings...
A Blooming Paradise: The Quranic Garden in Hima Kayfoun in March...
As the crisp winter air begins to soften, giving way to the warmth of spring, the Quranic Garden in Hima Kayfoun, nestled in the...
A Tiny Survivor: The Long-Eared Hedgehog’s First Recorded Appearance in Lebanon
By Bassam Al Kantar
Head of Campaign Strategy & Communications🌿 Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL)
In the vast and arid landscapes of...
Poland and Lebanon Unite to Protect White Storks: A Symbol of...
A Message of Protection and Coexistence
The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Beirut has issued an urgent call to protect White Storks, one...
Bridging Science and Conservation: A Month of Bird Monitoring Success
The past month has been a period of rigorous fieldwork and substantial progress in our bird monitoring efforts. Covering extensive ground across Lebanon, our...
Bridging Conservation and Development: A Month of Progress in Nature Protection
By Bassima Khatib, Head of Nature Conservation Department
A Vision for Sustainability
Over the past month, the Nature Conservation Department has embarked on a crucial journey...
