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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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The Municipality of Baisour and SPNL Collaborate to Enhance Community Development...

The Mayor of Baisour, Nadim Anis Malaeb, has addressed a heartfelt letter of gratitude to the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon...
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Stypopodium schimperi has established itself in the region, contributing to biodiversity loss and ecosystem disruption.

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...
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Photo Credit: Bassam F. Abou Hamdan at Ain Zhalta- Bmohray Cedar Forest.

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....
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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