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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

Study Exposes Disconnect Between Conservation Policies and Local Realities in Lebanon’s Biosphere Reserves

A groundbreaking study has revealed critical gaps between conservation theory and practice in Lebanon’s biosphere reserves, calling for urgent reforms to make environmental protection...
Grey-breasted Parakeets © Fábio Nunes / Aquasis
BirdLife International

How BirdLife International and the Conservation Leadership Programme Are Shaping the Future of Global Conservation

In the sweltering forests of northeastern Brazil, a once-forgotten parrot has reclaimed the skies. Thousands of miles away in Assam, India, young girls don...
"Aammiq Wetland, one of the last remaining freshwater wetlands in Lebanon, serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds and a haven for biodiversity in the Bekaa Valley." Photo credit: Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) / Aammiq Wetland
Environment

Guardians of Nature: How Protected Areas in the Levant Are Struggling—and Thriving—in the Face of Turmoil

In the cradle of ancient civilizations, where wars, revolutions, and shifting borders have reshaped landscapes and histories alike, another struggle is quietly taking place—a...
Anti-Poaching Unit

Al-Qalamoun Police Detain Illegal Bird Hunter Using Nets and Glue Traps; North Lebanon Prosecutor Takes Action

Following a complaint submitted by sustainable hunters in North Lebanon to the Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) regarding an individual who posted photos and videos on...
Biodiversity Guardianship
SPNL

From Our Land, the Story Begins… and with Agriculture, the Heartbeat...

Lebanon’s agricultural lands have long been the silent witnesses of our resilience, the cradle of our history, and the lifeline of our rural communities....
Hima
SPNL

Hammana’s Gentle Revival — How a Lebanese Village is Breathing Life...

In the hills above Beirut, where pine trees sway gently and the earth holds memory in every stone, the village of Hammana is experiencing...
Hima
SPNL

SPNL Commends National Geographic Arabia’s May 2025 Issue for Highlighting the...

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) applauds National Geographic Arabia for its continued leadership in promoting environmental awareness and celebrating...
Hima
SPNL

Nature Is Calling, and Hima Is Answering: Lebanon’s Community-Led Path to...

On the occasion of World Bee Day and the International Day for Biological Diversity, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL)...
SNOW Program
SPNL

Green Hills School and SPNL Join Forces for Environmental Education at...

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote nature-based learning and community conservation, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) welcomed...
Hima
SPNL

SPNL and MUBS Collaborate to Launch Environmental Innovation at “Nature in...

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), in collaboration with the Modern University for Business and Science (MUBS), proudly unveiled groundbreaking...
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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