Health NGOs in Lebanon

1MORECUP is a civil organization that was established in 2016 whose advocacy work revolves around marginalized communities in Lebanon and the South West Asia and North Africa (SWANA) region. 1MORECUP works on increasing safe access to basic rights and services, and mainstream gender equality and social inclusion issues and needs within humanitarian-development-peace programs.

ACT for the Disappeared is a Lebanese Human Rights association ACT supports the families of missing and disappeared persons in Lebanon in their right to know the fate and whereabouts of their loved ones and as part of a national truth-seeking and reconciliation process. ACT seeks to: Support and engage the families of missing and disappeared in the search to know the fate of their loved ones Support the work of the National Commission on the Missing and Forcibly Disappeared Persons (Law 105/2018) and contribute to developing the abilities of the authorities to answer the needs of the families Collect and preserve data on the fate and whereabouts of the missing, including the mapping and protection of clandestine gravesites

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is a global humanitarian organization with a mission to work with people in poverty and distress to create just and positive change. ADRA Lebanon belongs to the worldwide ADRA network, comprised more than of 120 supporting and implementing country offices. ADRA’s five core sectors include Food Security; Health; Economic Growth; Education; and Emergency Management. ADRA Lebanon has developed its expertise in these sectors and in various subsectors, specifically in Education and Emergency Management.

Backgrund : Ahlam Lajea Association (ALA) is a Lebanese non-governmental organization working in Palestinian refugee camps and vulnerable communities across Lebanon. The organization focuses on education , protection, psychosocial support, and social inclusion of marginalized groups, particularly children, youth, women, and persons with disabilities. ALA implements community-based programs that strengthen resilience, improve access to essential services, and promote dignity and wellbeing. Its work includes case management, safe referrals, psychosocial support activities, capacity building for community actors, and awareness initiatives addressing protection risks, gender-based violence, and social cohesion. Through strong community engagement and partnerships with local and international actors, ALA supports inclusive, safer, and more supportive environments for vulnerable populations. Vision:To build a future where every Palestinian refugee in Lebanon enjoys equal opportunities, quality education, and a life of dignity ,empowered to reach their full potential and actively contribute to a just, inclusive, and resilient society Mission:Ahlam Lajea Association works to empower refugees and vulnerable communities in Lebanon to live with dignity, access their fundamental rights, and strengthen their social and economic resilience. We achieve this through inclusive education, protection, youth empowerment, and development programs that promote stability, participation, and sustainable change.

Akkarouna, a women-led, non-governmental organization, operating within North and Akkar governorates in Lebanon, aiming and committingto achieve socio-economic growth through the empowerment of women, children and youth by building their capacities, enhancing community networks, and implementing development projects, ensuring gender mainstreaming and spreading awareness on different key topics. Over the past years, Akkarouna has operated its programs following 6 main pillars: Health, Protection, Social Stability, Governance, Education and Livelihood. These sectors are complemented with the Emergency Response Unit responsible for preparing, and responding to any emergency within Lebanon.

The Alawite Islamic Charity Association (AICA), is an NGO/FBO located in Lebanon, registered under the decree No. 4500/1950, was founded year 1950 in order to claim the rights of communities through development and social projects as well as health care and medical services. Its projects and activities aim to mitigate all forms of discrimination towards civil rights access (medical, health, education, work opportunities, or any other additional required support), raise individual and collective awareness, mainstream protection and disseminate risks prevention. The intervention strategy consists of a holistic approach within development, advocacy and resilience as well as relief and emergency response action. Since 1950, AICA has created several institutions and locations in order to ensure specific programs/activities responding to vulnerable communities and individuals’ needs, such as: � Alzahraa Medical Center � House of Wisdom Community Kitchen � The Social Hall � Aldouha Scientific School � Mosque of Imam Ali bin Abi Talib (as) � Mosque of Fatima Zahra (as) � AICA's Social Services Community Center � Netizens' Digital Lab Vision: AICA adapts a humanitarian response action, development and benevolence, targeting the whole community through the adoption of an integrated global ecosystem approach based on Human Rights. AICA ensures coverage of needs related to basic rights without any discrimination through access to services & advocacy, with a horizontal axe of action. AICA takes action through community participation, youth-led initiatives, builds bridges through culture and dialogue, as well as encourages partnership & community initiatives through development & peacebuilding, whilst transforming challenges into opportunities, and conflicts to Peace Main Goal: Standing by the 17 SDGs, AICA intends to lead a global networking through faith in potentials, creating opportunities, reinforcing positive social values, resources management, strategic partnerships and community development to achieve a better & more sustainable future Mission: AICA empowers vulnerable communities, through community development, advocacy & peace-building, and humanitarian response action to enjoy social justice. Values: With reference to Human Rights Declaration Charter, & based on Imam Ali Bin Abi Taleb (as) values, AICA adopts principles considered fundamental to humanitarian actions: Humanity : “Whatever is taken away from you will be replaced with something better.” Imam Ali (as) Social Justice: “Justice is the base that supports the whole world.” Imam Ali (as) Active Citizenship: “Work for a better Life as if you live forever, and work for better Ends as if you die tomorrow.” Imam Ali (as) Partnership : “Understanding is what makes relationships.” Imam Ali (as) Volunteering: “Don’t feel ashamed when giving little for charity, that is because there is always goodness in giving no matter how little.” Imam Ali (as) Sustainability: “It is in the changing of circumstances in life that the essence of man is revealed.” Imam Ali (as)

Who we are?Al-besher is a Lebanese non-profit organization for the social development of Lebanon. Established in 2010 by the President Mrs. Lilian Maarabani, located in Tripoli-Lebanon. This humanitarian organization aims to fight ignorance by presenting learning programs to whom need this service, helping divorced women and taking care of their children, strengthening education, providing healthcare services, and providing services for the orphans. Al-besher’s objective is to break the cycle of poverty in the country of Lebanon by acting on all accords that will result in the beneficial outcome of all classes.Our slogan:Towards a Leader society… Our massage:“To face poverty, illiteracy, and supporting the healthy for an integrated society by providing to the less fortunate social groups, and provide all services through the practice of multi activities.” Our values:Humanity. Impartiality, Integrity, Independence, Professionalism, Innovation, and Confidence.Our Current Projects:• Fighting Poverty• Strengthening Education• Providing Healthcare• Assisting the orphans• Sociability’s events• Other Activities

An extended family union registered as a Lebanese NGO, active in development & welfare of local communities.

Al-Ensan Amanah's visions are designed to have the broadest reach possible and provide people with Needs and opportunities that enable them to withstand and continue in their lives and empower themselves socially, economically and personally. Since the foundation of the association, many achievements have been made for individuals and local society, among the most important of these achievements was the establishment of a campaign called (From Hand of Hand), As this campaign was characterized by helping patients with the costs of treatment and surgeries, the price of medicines, providing medical equipment to those in need, setting up free medical days (free medical examinations and distributing free medicines), supporting the national campaign for early detection of breast cancer, providing psychological support to those affected by crises and publishing awareness articles in the fields of Diverse medicine. And providing school supplies for children (stationery, clothes and shoes, school bags), and opening donation centers to provide basic materials to poor families (clothes, food, cleaning materials, cash), As Al-Ensan Amanah acted as a mediator between donors and those in need, provide support and cooperation to charitable campaigns issued by other local associations, and supporting solidarity projects with refugee camps. Al-Ensan Amanah Goals: Spreading preventive medical and health awareness. Health care insurance for the needy. Providing humanitarian and charitable services related to health and medical aspects. Contributing to securing medicines, especially for chronic diseases. Opening charitable health centers. Organizing first aid courses and opening first aid centers. Taking care of youth through educational programs. Combating drug addiction through seminars and guidance leaflets. Establish working relationships with civil associations and coordinate with them for the sake of good.

Al Midan is a non-governmental and non-profit organization - NGO. It aims to help the Lebanese society by engaging its citizens to play an active and positive role in their local communities.Al Midan deals with humanitarian, social, cultural, educational and environmental issues by partnering with public sectors, local communities, NGO’s, international organizations, donors, charities and private sectors.

The broader good objective of Al Mohammra municipality is to serve its community by ensuring the well-being, safety, and prosperity of its residents. This involves a variety of responsibilities and objectives, including: 1. Infrastructure Development: Building and maintaining essential infrastructure such as roads, bridges, water supply systems, sewage systems, and public transportation networks to facilitate the smooth functioning of the city and enhance the quality of life for its residents. 2. Public Services: Providing essential services like garbage collection, recycling programs, parks and recreation facilities, public libraries, and emergency services (police, fire, ambulance) to meet the diverse needs of the community. 3. Urban Planning and Development: Guiding responsible urban development through zoning regulations, land use planning, and building codes to ensure sustainable growth, minimize environmental impact, and create vibrant, livable neighborhoods. 4. Community Engagement and Participation: Encouraging citizen involvement in local governance through public meetings, forums, and advisory committees to ensure that municipal decisions reflect the needs and aspirations of the community. 5. Economic Development: Fostering a conducive environment for business growth and investment through initiatives such as business incentives, infrastructure improvements, and workforce development programs to stimulate economic vitality and create job opportunities. 6. Social Equity and Inclusion: Promoting social justice, diversity, and inclusivity by implementing policies and programs that address disparities in access to resources, opportunities, and services, ensuring that all residents have an equal chance to thrive. 7. Environmental Sustainability: Implementing environmentally conscious policies and practices to mitigate climate change, conserve natural resources, protect ecosystems, and promote sustainable living for current and future generations.

Al Najat Association was founded in 2011 (Registration Number: 1965). The association aims to meet the emotional and psychological needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children (aged 0-18), regardless of their nationality, ethnicity or religion. Al Najat provides psychological care to children and their family members, that include assessment, crisis counseling, and follow-up counseling (individual and group). The main objectives include continuous professional training and supervision, advocacy, prevention, treatment, and community-based outreach.