FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Lebanon
Address
Akkar, MiniaraCountry
City
MiniaraProvince
AkkarMobile Phone
+96170558844Telephone
+96170558844Telephone (other)
+9613138819E-Mail (2)
azza.adra@akkarouna.comE-Mail (3)
nour.meksassi@akkarouna.comWebsite
Click HereYear of Establishment
2010Contact Person1
Azza AdraJob Title 1
Executive DirectorContact Person 2
Nour MeksassiJob Title 2
Program Development and Quality ManagerOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Environment/Sustainable development, Gender, Human rights, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Youth and educationGeneral Information
Akkarouna, a women-led, non-governmental organization, operating within North and Akkar governorates in Lebanon, aiming and committing to 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: WaSH, Protection, Social Stability, Governance, Health and Livelihood. These sectors are complemented with the Emergency Response Unit responsible for preparing, and responding to any emergency within Lebanon.
Mission and Objectives
Akkarouna’s Mission:
Akkarouna aims at achieving sustainable socio-economic growth through empowerment of women, children, and youth by building their capacities, enhancing community networks, implementing development projects and spreading awareness about rights and citizenship
Akkarouna’s Vision:
Empowered women, children and youth in a just and green society.
Main Projects / Activities
Over the past years, Akkarouna’s team was able to build a vast network of partnership with different local, governmental and international actors within the region, as well as the security sector. With over 60 successfully closed projects, we were able to serve the most underprivileged communities with their basic needs, capacity building, business development, and provision of health necessities and mental resilience, while reaching more than 1,500 cases managed, 100,000 community members reached through awareness, 60,000 residents with capacity built, more than 1,500 beneficiaries under VT, and ET tracks along with 300 MSMEs with increased economic inclusion.
Within its programs, Akkarouna was able to endorse more than 1,000 small initiative projects according to the needs. Moreover, all our projects ensure protection and gender mainstreaming through female access to all services, securing their protection and providing the community members with the needed protection awareness, support, case management and referrals.
For ultimate compliance with legal and ethical standards, all our processes were systemized through policies and procedures, while ensuring the Do No Harm, PSEA, and Accountability Towards Affected Population approaches are strictly applied within our programs following gender mainstreaming. These policies and procedures are paramount for effective governance, transparency, and the delivery of high-quality programs and services to beneficiaries.
Based on different needs identified during previous projects’ implementation, Akkarouna consists of capacitated and qualified members of its core team, in addition to external experts whom the organization recruits on a regular basis, based on proposed interventions.
Akkarouna’s staff is a diverse and dedicated team committed to the organization's mission of promoting social and environmental justice. Their expertise and passion drive the NGO's projects forward, as they work closely with local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders to implement sustainable solutions to pressing challenges.
In addition, we have a large team of volunteers trained to conduct surveys and assist in different events when needed, as well as external consultants in various fields, whose expertise Akkarouna relies on in the implementation of its projects.
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
As Akkarouna, contributing to the Anna Lindh Foundation Network in Lebanon can involve both sharing local expertise and engaging collaboratively across the Euro-Mediterranean region. Akkarouna can contribute meaningfully to the Anna Lindh Foundation Network through its deep-rooted community presence, innovative grassroots programming, and commitment to dialogue, inclusion, and empowerment in underserved areas such as Akkar and North Lebanon.
Starting by promoting Intercultural Dialogue through Community-Based Initiatives as in by leveraging our field experience, we can design and implement programs that foster intercultural understanding among diverse groups, including Lebanese host communities and Syrian refugees. Our mobile units, youth engagement projects, and protection programs provide platforms for dialogue, mutual respect, and cooperation.
Furthermore, sharing Local Best Practices on Youth and Women's Empowerment where Akkarouna has developed scalable and adaptable models that uplift youth and women through vocational training, education, and psychosocial support. We can contribute to the Network by sharing these approaches and collaborating on joint initiatives that enhance social cohesion across the region.
Aling with contributing Research and Field Data from Marginalized Regions where Akkarouna’s access to hard-to-reach populations allows us to share valuable insights and data that inform policies and programming within the Network, especially concerning border regions and humanitarian settings.
Our network of different stakeholders, capacitated members, community and authorities facilitates our actions, supporting sustainability of action and reaching qualitative outcomes.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
As Akkarouna, our aspiration to join the Anna Lindh Foundation (ALF) Network stems from our commitment to intercultural dialogue, community empowerment, and regional collaboration. Aligning with ALF's mission to bridge cultural divides and promote mutual understanding across the Euro-Mediterranean region, we believe that our participation will both enrich the network and enhance our own initiatives.
Including enhancing Intercultural Dialogue: Akkarouna has a strong presence in Akkar and North Lebanon, regions characterized by cultural diversity and historical marginalization. By joining ALF, we aim to amplify our efforts in fostering dialogue among varied communities, contributing to ALF's goal of overcoming misunderstandings and stereotypes that affect regional relations.
Doing collaborative Opportunities: Membership in ALF offers access to a vast network of over 4,500 civil society organizations across 43 countries . This platform will enable us to engage in joint initiatives, share best practices, and develop partnerships that can lead to more impactful programs addressing shared challenges.
and contributing Local Insights: Our on-the-ground experience in addressing issues such as youth empowerment, women's rights, and community development positions us to offer valuable insights and data. Sharing these with the ALF Network can inform broader strategies and policies aimed at fostering inclusive societies.
Finally, advancing Shared Values: By joining ALF, we commit to upholding and promoting the shared values of human rights, democracy, and cultural diversity. This alignment reinforces our dedication to building a more cohesive and understanding society, both locally and across the Mediterranean region.
Our motivation to join the Anna Lindh Foundation Network is driven by a mutual vision of intercultural understanding, collaborative growth, and the empowerment of communities through dialogue and shared action.