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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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SPNL Congratulates Razan Al Mubarak on Her Re-Election as IUCN President

Assad Serhal: “A renewed mandate for unity, science, and hope for nature and people.” Beirut, 16 October 2025 — The Society for the Protection of...
Al-Hima Magazine

SPNL Meets with IUCN’s Tim Badman to Explore World Heritage Site Designation Process

During the IUCN World Conservation Congress held in Abu Dhabi, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) delegation met with Tim...
Hima

SPNL Empowers Local Communities through Nature-Based Solutions and Hima Awareness under the Al Murunah and Al Murunah+ Projects

Under the Al Murunah and Al Murunah+ projects, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) reaffirmed its commitment to empowering local...
Hima

In Conversation with Assad Serhal: Reviving the Hima for People and Nature

Today at the IUCN World Conservation Congress, Manoswini Sarkar sat down with Assad Serhal, Director General of the Society for the Protection of Nature...
Butterflies of Lebanon
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"Lepidopteran Meadow" – A vibrant hand-drawn illustration by Hussein Zorkot, depicting the intricate relationships between Lebanon’s wildflowers, butterflies, and pollinators. This detailed artwork celebrates the biodiversity of meadows, showcasing essential species that contribute to ecosystem balance. 🌿🦋🐞 #WildlifeArt #Biodiversity #Pollinators #SPNL

Mapping Lebanon’s Biodiversity: A Month in the Life of a Biomonitoring...

In the rolling landscapes of Lebanon, where valleys and mountains shelter a rich array of biodiversity, a quiet but significant effort is underway. Husein...
Homat Al Hima
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Empowering Communities: Ras El Matn Welcomes SPNL’s Citizen Science Training for...

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) successfully conducted a Citizen Science for Biodiversity training at Ras El Matn Municipality. The...
Hima
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Al-Aabbassiyah’s Path Towards the 30×30 Target: Green Hima in the Woodland...

The Lebanese Environment Forum (LEF) successfully organized a seminar and a traveling exhibition on marine reserves at the Municipality of Al-Aabbassiyah in the Tyre...
BirdLife International
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Lucy Haskell, Science Officer, BirdLife International

Celebrating the remarkable women within the BirdLife Partnership

Today, we celebrate extraordinary women nominated by the BirdLife Partnership for their leadership, dedication, and passion for nature conservation. Their journey has often been...
Hima
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The Return of the Eurasian Jay to Hima Hammana

For years, the Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius) had vanished from Hima Hammana, a village where it was once a familiar sight in the forests....
Publications
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SPNL Launches Landmark “Manual for Citizen Science Biodiversity Monitoring in Lebanon”

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is proud to announce the release of its latest publication, "Manual for Citizen Science...
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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