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In the framework of “BioConnect”, a project funded by the European Union, SPNL organized on the 23rd of May an event for 100 students. Participants enjoyed a hike from Saint Jean school to Hima kherbet kanafar with pitstops to enrich the young participants with information
Our Common(s)’ Story is an environmental documentary episodic series on commoning practices of hope, resilience and transformation set within the cultural landscapes of the Mediterranean Basin. Each episode features changemakers from frontline communities, amplifying their
In the framework of “BioConnect”, a project funded by the European Union, an environmental education session for 45 Children from Kherbet Qanafar was organized at Ecole St Jean, West Bekaa. Participants were happy to participate with in the SNOW program that is offering a
In the framework of “BioConnect”, a project funded by the European Union, an environmental education session for 60 Children from Ebel el Saqi was organized despite the schools strike and closure. This session was held in the Hima center in coordination with Ebel el Saqi
By Miho Shirai Socio-economic Development Project Manager, Coordinator, Technical Translator (EN-JP) Embassy of Japan in Lebanon In Japan, forests account for 70% of the country’s area. Japanese people have long co-existed with nature in Satoyama (里山: communities adjacent to
This video explains services provided and projects implemented in Mount Lebanon Hima Centers in Kayfoun and Chemlan. Since more than 30 years, SPNL decided to revive the Hima approach. That decision was a historic step in promoting the conservation of biodiversity and the
This event was supported by (C4C) project. In line with the European Green Deal agenda and the Paris Agreement, the Climate for Cities (C4C) project aims to promote the transition towards greener and climate-resilient municipalities in the Southern Neighborhood, in line with
By Elie El-Haddad | Research and Conservation Manager | SPNL ANNUAL REPORT 2022 As we develop more protected areas, we must consider how animals will piece them together” – Frances Stewart Nature has unlimited ways to help us thrive through its diverse ecosystems and
By Bassima Khatib | Head of Conservation Dept | SPNL ANNUAL REPORT 2022 SPNL has been established 40 years ago to address the impact of humans as a result of war situation – Israeli invasion in 1982 – on nature. SPNL establishment was based on two pillars: promotion of
By Maya Badran | Head of Organisational Development Dept. and HR & Bassima Khatib | Head of Conservation Dept | SPNL ANNUAL REPORT 2022 Organizational Development In recent years, SPNL has grown its operations, while building its profile and reputation. Equally, our