Hima Ma’abourAlAbyad in collaboration with local Jaafar Tribe to protect the Junipers

Commonly known as Junipers, the Juniperus Excelsa is a tree species found in the Eastern Mediterranean and South Eastern Europe. In Lebanon, it grows at altitudes between 1500-2800m above sea level. The Juniperus Excelsa is classified as a species of least concern (LC) as part of the IUCN Red List.

 SPNL Visitor Center in partnership with Yassin Jaffar , Mayor of JwarAlhasish
SPNL Visitor Center in partnership with Yassin Jaffar , Mayor of JwarAlhasish

However, in Lebanon, Juniperus Excelsa forests have been severely degraded due to human activities and the effect of human needs, and now scattered remains of trees are spread on the Lebanese mountains. In this context, SPNL initiated Hima Ma’abourAlAbyad at Upper AkkarHermel in collaboration with local Jaafar Tribe to protect the Junipers, Cedars & wildlife in the region, in addition to help alleviate poverty, promote more sustainable grazing & hunting practices, and for that established an SPNL Visitor Center in partnership with Yassin Jaffar , Mayor of JwarAlhasish.

Al Hima Magazine 6th Issue

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) has released the sixth issue of Al Hima magazine, focusing on the upcoming IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi (October 8–15, 2025), where SPNL will join four key sessions. The issue features an exclusive interview with IUCN President Razan Al Mubarak, who emphasizes aligning IUCN’s work with global biodiversity agendas, governance, member responsiveness, multilateral engagement, ethical use of technology, and amplifying diverse voices.

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