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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

Assad Serhal & Malek Ghandour Meet Dr. Ali Ramadan: Advancing the Classification of Hima Areas

Yesterday, a pivotal meeting took place between Assad Adel Serhal—Founder & Chairman of Homat Al Hima International (HHI), Director General of SPNL, and BirdLife...
Migratory soaring birds like White Stork Ciconia ciconia funnel through Lebanon as they glide on thermals.
Hima

Mapping Lebanon’s Avian Heritage: A New Vision for Conservation

In the intricate landscapes of Lebanon, where cedar forests meet coastal plains and snow-capped peaks descend into fertile valleys, a quiet yet transformative conservation...
Hima

The Art of Conservation: Dina Al Rifai and the Rise of SPNL’s Mascot Universe

In a world where storytelling and conservation rarely intertwine, Dina Al Rifai has found a way to make them dance together—colorfully, joyfully, and meaningfully....
Natural Parks

Towards Lebanon’s First Natural Park: A Vision Unfolds in Ras El Matn

By Assad Serhal In the heart of Mount Lebanon, a landmark environmental initiative is taking shape. Lebanon’s first officially designated Higher Matn Natural Park is...
Hima
SPNL

How to Ensure Your Brand isn’t an Endangered Species

Consumers have been fed a steady diet of sustainability messages for the last 20 years, at least in developed markets. And now this is...
Hima
SPNL

Assad Serhal: We protect nature through Hima because the endangered voices...

The Homat Alhima International (HHI) and the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) have launched an environmental campaign, “Endangered Voices.” in...
Environment
SPNL

Satoyama Initiative’s Contribution to 30 by 30

The Keidanren Committee on Nature Conservation (KCNC) and the Ministry of the Environment of Japan (MOEJ) co-hosted an event that shared best practices illustrating...
Biodiversity Guardianship
SPNL

CMS COP14 Reaches Beyond Borders to Protect Species and Ecosystems

The 14th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP14) added 14 new species,...
BirdLife International
SPNL

These are the birds around the world impacted by avian flu

Two years ago we started emerging from the most devastating impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. As we moved on, another pandemic has been wreaking havoc on...
Environment
SPNL

Nature in Action for Peace

Nature in Action for Peace: Challenges and Opportunities to Address Environmental Dimensions of Conflict through Nature-based Solutions   In Issue 48 of Perspectives, PAX looks at...
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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