What we do

Hima: A Sanctuary for Birds, Biodiversity, and People

By Dr. Ibrahim Khader I first became acquainted with the Hima approach nearly twenty years ago, when BirdLife International partnered with the Society for the...

Lessons in Establishing a Biosphere Reserve

In the heart of Switzerland, the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Entlebuch stands out for its unique approach to conservation and community involvement. Established three decades...
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Towards the first Hima in Palestine

Imad Atrash Palestine has been distinguished by its rich cultural and natural heritage for thousands of years. This is due...

Homat Al Hima: The Heart of Himas

Homat al Hima (Hima guardians, in Arabic) are the core of the Hima system, transforming it from a concept...

Hima Trails: Linking People to Nature and Culture in Lebanese Villages

The Hima Trails: Lifelines Connecting Nature, Heritage, and People Across Lebanon's Villages By Hamadeh Malaeb, Hima Trails Manager, Society for...

A Day in the Life of a Beekeeper

The Story of a Young Man Who Found Joy, a Livelihood, and a Mission in Protecting Biodiversity By Nidal Bou...

Beirut River Valley: A Lebanese Model for a Biosphere Reserve

By Bilal Alaouiyeh, Remote Sensing and GIS Expert, Specialist in Spatial Environmental Governance and Biodiversity Mapping From Mountain Peaks to...

World Heritage Sites Reconnecting Nature and Culture

An Interview with Tim Badman at the IUCN Congress During the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Congress in...