Anna Lindh Foundation

Fifty-Fifty

National Network

Lebanon

Address

Dbayeh - local Road - ABC Pharmacy - 3rd floor

Country

City

Dbayeh

Mobile Phone

+9613322180

Telephone

009613322180

E-Mail

joelle@fiftyfiftylb.com

E-Mail (2)

joey@fiftyfiftylb.com

Year of Establishment

2019

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Contact Person1

Joelle Aboufarhat

Job Title 1

President

Contact Person 2

Joey Rizkalla

Job Title 2

Head of Programs

Organisation Type

Non-Governmental Organization

Fields of Activity

Democracy and community development, Gender, Human rights, Media

General Information

Fiftyfi fty is a Lebanese NGO involving women, men, and young individuals aiming at promoting gender equality in private and public sectors, focusing mainly on political decision-making positions.

Mission and Objectives

Fiftyfi fty’s mission is to increase the number of women’s participation in political
life with the full support of men by creating awareness on the benefits of gender equality. It also aims to strive, through partnering with the media, to highlight women’s achievements while changing the current mindset and creating the need for a gender balanced Lebanon.

Main Projects / Activities

Women Leaders in Politics (2024-2025)
• Conduct awareness sessions across Lebanese regions to highlight the significance of women’s political engagement.
• Equip over 300 potential candidates, from diverse regions and political backgrounds, with knowledge and skills to run for office.
• Provide intensive online political and technical training sessions.
• Increase aspiring candidates’ media exposure to highlight their expertise.
• Organize networking sessions with prominent female leaders and politicians.

Caritas MONA(2024-2025)
• Empower women and encourage them to reach decision-making positions.
• Guide female executives/directors in advancing their leadership roles.
• Increase female engagement across all positions, traditionally dominated by men.
• Raise awareness about the importance of inclusivity and diversity for effective management.