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Beity Association · Lebanon

Rooted in communities. Committed to lasting change.

Since 2004, Beity has worked alongside local communities across Lebanon for inclusive social, economic and sustainable development, starting from a youth hostel in the mountains of Kfardebian.

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Young people with Beity on the steps of Auberge Beity Planting cedar trees in Oyoun El Siman IYAB program participants with their certificates at BNB
2004Beity founded in Kfardebian
800+children reached through Colonie Beity
7Arab countries in our social accountability work
93women supported through livelihood initiatives
Who we are

A home for people who want to change their community

Beity means “my home”. Our journey began with youth engagement, volunteering, hostelling and rural development, and grew through locally driven initiatives, institutional partnerships and national and international programmes.

Today we work with municipalities, schools, universities, international organisations and local communities. We believe lasting change comes from active participation, equal opportunities, strong communities and shared responsibility.

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Women at a Beity session preparing candidates for municipal elections
Our work

Three connected pillars

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Discussion session with civil society organisations
01

Governance & Social Accountability

Strengthening participation. Promoting transparency.

We help citizens, especially women and youth, take part in the decisions that affect them, together with municipalities and public institutions.

Volunteers planting cedar trees
02

Sustainable Development

Preserving heritage. Protecting the environment.

Hostelling, responsible tourism and environmental action that create local opportunities while respecting nature and identity.

Raïichine Women Leaders volunteering day
03

Social Development

Supporting people. Opening opportunities.

Education, volunteering, women’s leadership and livelihoods for children, youth, women and crisis-affected communities.

“The Lebanese Army values its partnership with Beity Association in promoting gender equality and strengthening institutional protection.”

Lebanese Army · Gender Directorate partnership
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