Anna Lindh Foundation

Club Al Bustan

National Network

Lebanon

Address

Debbyeh, main road, facing the Civil Defense premises

Country

City

Debbyeh

Province

Mount-Lebanon - Shouf District

Mobile Phone

+961 70 106 508

Telephone

+961 70 106 508

E-Mail

club.alboustan@gmail.com

E-Mail (2)

iskandarboustani@gmail.com

E-Mail (3)

ralph-boustany@hotmail.com

E-Mail (4)

charbel_b92@hotmail.com

Year of Establishment

1970

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Contact Person1

Iskandar Boustany

Job Title 1

Consultant - Secretary of the NGO

Contact Person 2

Ralf Boustany

Job Title 2

Industrialist - President of the NGO

Organisation Type

Non-Governmental Organization

Fields of Activity

Arts, Others, Youth and education

General Information

Club Al Bustan, standing for “Garden” in Arabic, was established in 1970 to provide youth and children with a safe space to engage in sports, arts, cultural, and educational activities, to bring people together, to create a common and convenient space for elderly, to foster the spirit of cooperation and group work in a creative way and friendly environment, and ultimately to motivate youth in less favorable areas to take the lead on small initiatives.

Mission and Objectives

The Club's mission is to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive community garden ("Al Bustan") where youth, children, and the elderly can thrive. The club is dedicated to nurturing cooperation, mutual understanding, and creativity by transforming leisure time into productive social, cultural, educational, and sporting activities. Its core purpose is to empower youth to develop their personalities and talents, fostering a new generation of proactive, responsible citizens and contributing to the betterment of Lebanese society.

Objectives
1.Foster Cooperation and Community: Promote a strong spirit of cooperation, friendship, and mutual understanding among the youth and within the wider community.
2.Productive Use of Leisure Time: Provide constructive and engaging social, cultural, artistic, and educational activities to ensure free time is used productively.
3.Develop Personal Potential: Support members in discovering, developing, and expressing their individual personalities, talents, and skills.
4.Empower Youth Leadership: Motivate and equip youth, particularly from less favorable areas, to take initiative and lead small community projects.
5.Create a New Generation: Contribute to building a new generation of Lebanese youth who are responsible, creative, and resilient, steering them away from negative influences and societal chaos.
6.Provide a Safe and Inclusive Space: Offer a safe, common, and convenient environment for people of all ages, including children, youth, and the elderly, to gather and interact.

Main Projects / Activities

Under Sports
-Establishing and supporting the Debbyeh Basketball team.
-Availing the basketball court for children and youth in the region for a symbolic fee.
-Participating in the village tournament.
-Organizing and participating in friendly games and 3*3 streetball tournaments.
Under Arts and Culture
-Kids theater (halted for the time being).
-Annual musical event in the club premises.
-Christmas recital and event for kids.
Under Social
-Annual reception events (lunch and dinners)
-Easter egg hunt for kids.
-Regular card game tournaments.
-Regular backgammon tournaments.
-Regular barbecue evenings (social gathering).
-TV nights (watching the national basketball team and the local league together).

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

We can contribute by engaging in or helping organise/host events, seminars, and activities in key areas such as arts, culture, information, community development, environment, and potentially sustainable development. Our club owns its own premises and is ready to make it available for large events, and is ready to volunteer its members' time to contribute to the network. We really believe in leveraging contacts and partnerships and common activities as a way to bridge the gaps between different cultures and regions in the same country.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Honestly, we were looking for grants opportunities, and that is how we knew about the network, and decided to join as part of our strategy to enlarge our network. During the last two years, we were able to establish relationships with similar clubs in Iklim el Kharoub and east Saida, and we are being solicited to their events and activities. We believe that a larger network will allow us to grow steadily.

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