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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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Hima Shines at IUCN World Conservation Congress

Abu Dhabi, October 14, 2025 — The traditional Hima approach took center stage at the IUCN World Conservation Congress (WCC), held in Abu Dhabi,...
Al-Hima Magazine

Razan Al Mubarak to Al-Hima Magazine: The Desert and Nature’s Resilience Inspire Me

My Priority Is to Turn IUCN’s Vision into Action (Al Hima Magazine 6th Edition)  Interviewed by Raghida Haddad, Editor-in-Chief of Al Hima Magazine. Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak is...
Doroub Al-Hima

SPNL Welcomes Students to Hima Bayssour – Darb El Talleh for an Educational Eco-Experience

As part of its mission to foster environmental awareness among younger generations, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), in collaboration...
Hima

Hima Anjar Celebrates Bird Migration: From Storytelling to Dialogue

As part of Reef Initiative’s activities and in coordination with the Environmental Committee in Anjar and ABCL, a special event was held on October...
Environment
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This map lets you track bird migration in real time

With Euro Bird Portal’s LIVE viewer, you can look at weekly animated maps showing where birds have been sighted in real time   By Margaret Sessa-Hawkins Springtime....
Environment
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Study: Could new government targets drive better nature conservation?

In 2010, governments around the world committed to protecting at least 17% of land areas and 10% of marine areas by 2020. It’s a...
What we do
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MEET THE JUDGES Rania Masri #Lebanon #MedStoryPrize #RootedEveryday

Rania Masri PhD is a political ecologist, environmental justice activist, and the regional coordinator for the Academic Activist Co-Produced Knowledge for Environmental Justice. Throughout...
Biodiversity Guardianship
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A mighty predator made helpless at the hands of humans

The eagle is a long-standing symbol of strength and glory, but though triumphant within the animal kingdom, the predator becomes the prey when the...
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...
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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...
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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