Nafda Lebanon

nafda is a movement driving social transformation through education, focusing on three key approaches: fostering active citizenship, transforming learning, and influencing policy

History

Born in the wake of Lebanon’s deep challenges, nafda emerged from a shared desire for sustainable transformation, addressing disconnection and exclusion through community and education

Goals

Our goals are to embed citizenship values that unite communities, improve learning through school–community projects, and empower school leaders to influence education policy and drive lasting reform in Lebanon

Impact

Social Transformation

  • 136 schools engaged nationwide
  • 36,000 students directly impacted
  • 2,043 educators empowered
  • 58 transformation projects launched
  • Entrepreneurial, innovative local solutions advanced
  • Capacity to address social, economic challenges boosted
  • Ownership, belonging, and accountability reinforced

Embed Core Values That Strengthen Effective Citizenship

Through its values-driven initiatives, nafda embeds core values that foster active citizenship and strengthen social cohesion within school communities, among schools nationwide, and between each school, its surrounding community, and local actors.
This strong foundation of values creates the conditions for schools and communities to work hand in hand on meaningful change.

Transform Learning Experiences

By bridging schools with their communities, nafda fosters collaboration to identify needs and implement impactful School Transformation Projects. These projects, ensures that students gain access to the tools and skills necessary to thrive as 21st-century learners and global citizens.
The lessons from these transformations, in turn, empower schools and leaders to push for wider reforms that reach beyond their own walls.

Influence Educational Policies

To amplify its impact, nafda promotes peer-to-peer collaboration among schools and equips principals with leadership skills to drive reform through advocacy hubs, influencing policy and systemic change

Contact

✉️ email

youmna.helou@nafdalebanon.org

🌐 website

🔗 social

Contact Info

HEAD OFFICE

Phone: +961 1 200 505 ext 2501

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