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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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BirdLife International

A New Era for Global Conservation: BirdLife International and the World Bank Join Forces to Protect Migratory Birds Across Continents

In a landmark moment for global biodiversity, the World Bank and BirdLife International have launched the African–Eurasian Flyway Initiative (AEFI) — an unprecedented effort...
Hima

Fishermen at the Heart of Coastal Conservation: SPNL engages Mansouri community under the BioConnect project

Under the BioConnect project, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) organized a full-day workshop with the fishermen of Mansouri, located...
Hima

Hima Kefraya: A Step Toward a Cleaner Environment and a Greener Future

In a remarkable initiative that reflects the spirit of partnership and community responsibility, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) has...
Hima Sites

Lebanon Welcomes Its 39th Hima: Hima Saghbine Strengthens the Bond Between Nature and People

Nestled in the green heart of Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, the village of Saghbine has become home to the country’s 39th Hima, a community-managed conservation...
Environment
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The Ministry’s ambitious plan reflects a renewed sense of environmental responsibility that many hope will mark a lasting shift in Lebanon’s approach to conservation

Guardians of Lebanon’s Forests and Seas: A New Chapter in Environmental...

After years of anticipation, Lebanon has taken a bold and much-needed step toward safeguarding its natural treasures. On June 22, 2025, the Lebanese government...
Hima
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A Rare Visitor in the Reeds: Glossy Ibis Spotted Feeding in...

In the early glow of a summer morning, amidst the shimmering wetlands of East Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, a rare and mesmerizing scene unfolded. A...
Hima Sites
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Kornayel Declares its Public Forest a Hima: A Landmark Step for...

In a groundbreaking move for nature conservation and sustainable development, the Municipality of Kornayel has taken a decisive step to safeguard its most precious...
Hima
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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

Lebanon’s Hima Sites Officially Recognized in World Database on Protected Areas

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is proud to announce that 27 Hima sites across Lebanon have been officially approved...
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Hammana Hosts SPNL’s Traveling Exhibition “Stitching One Hima At A Time”...

 Under the esteemed patronage of the Mayor of Hammana, Dr. Amine Lebbos, and in close cooperation with Hammana Municipality, the Society for the Protection...
Hima Farm
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AUB Students Join SPNL’s Hima Farm for Community Service and Environmental...

In a vibrant display of youth engagement and environmental stewardship, a group of students from the American University of Beirut (AUB) has joined the...
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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