Assad Serhal on Télé Liban’s “Hiwarat Al Saraya”: Lebanon’s Hima Model Earns Global Recognition
Mr. Assad Serhal, Director General of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) and member of the Global Council of BirdLife...
Wetlands: a powerful ally in climate resilience we can’t afford to overlook
By Megan Eldred, Senior Policy Manager, Sites at BirdLife International
We are losing one of our most powerful natural allies against climate change, and yet...
New York Times Highlights Legacy of Mona Khalil and Her Lifelong Commitment to Sea Turtle Conservation
A recent article by New York Times reporter Ishani Desai paid tribute to the life and work of Mona Khalil, the renowned conservationist and...
SPNL Mourns the Passing of Conservation Pioneer Mona Khalil
The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) mourns with profound sadness the passing of Mona Khalil, one of Lebanon’s most dedicated...
Lebanon’s Approach to Invasive Alien Species (IAS) in the Eastern Mediterranean
The issue of invasive alien species (IAS) poses significant ecological, economic, and social challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean, including Lebanon. These challenges, exacerbated by...
The Role of Women in Lebanon’s Shouf Biosphere Reserve: A Study...
The Shouf Biosphere Reserve (SBR) in Lebanon, located within the Mediterranean Basin, highlights the critical intersection of gender roles, cultural landscapes, and biodiversity conservation....
Value Chains in Lebanon’s Shouf Biosphere Reserve: A Study Review
The Shouf Biosphere Reserve (SBR) in Lebanon, nestled within the Mediterranean Basin, exemplifies a harmonious blend of biodiversity conservation and sustainable agricultural practices. This...
Islam and Nature: A Briefing on Environmental Conservation Principles
The relationship between Islam and nature is deeply rooted in the faith’s teachings, emphasizing humanity’s role as stewards (khalifah) of the Earth. This ethical...
Preserving Nature and Culture: Biocultural Conservation in Mount Hermon
Mount Hermon, known as "Jabal al-Sheikh," is not only a towering presence in Lebanon's natural landscape but also a symbol of the harmonious relationship...
SPNL’s 2025 Vision: Building a Sustainable Future Through the Hima Approach
For nearly four decades, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) has been at the forefront of conservation efforts in Lebanon....
