Everyone has a story
Storytelling events serve and reflect the community. They revive traditional practice such as the Hakawatis and promote social cohesion.
We came across this interesting article in The Economist about storytelling groups in Lebanon where Lebanese of all backgrounds meet to tell their stories.
“In a society where people are defined by their differences, these stories of vulnerability and strength are advancing the search for a common ground.”
The story of Abu Kassem
A while back we had shared a beautiful video by Nay Aoun on the story of one family who have been making Dibs Kharroub for over 100 years. She has recently posted a new video that has caught our attention and stole our heart. Nay Aoun describes herself as follows: “Im a filmmaker, photographer and video …
Green rooftops
We just came across a video that shows us once again the potential of waste. This is a brilliant and inspiring initiative of vertical planting to grow organic crops in cities. A research & development project carried out at the American University of Beirut by Ziad Abichaker & Dr. Imad Saoud Shot, Edited and Directed by Nassif …
Recycling can be fun!
The Grand Factory and arcenciel.aec are teaming up! Check out how they gamified the sorting experience. And tune in to our latest BBS Stories podcast here to learn more about Kim and Miguel Issa, part of arcenciel’s dedicated and passionate team, as they share with us their story. “If every actor plays his part, then that would put us on …
Hip-hop Beyrouth style
La riche culture hip-hop au Liban mise en lumière grâce au documentaire de Salim Saab alias « Royal S » projeté aujourd’hui à l’Institut français du Liban. Il retrace l’histoire de ce mouvement à travers les témoignages de graffeurs, rappeurs, DJ et beatboxers de l’underground beyrouthin. A voir! Et à lire ici, l’article de Maya Ghandour …
Quand le soleil donne
Ce projet d’énergie solaire au Sud Liban a permis à une coopérative de femmes d’augmenter sa production tout en économisant. Merci à L’Orient-Le Jour pour ce reportage et bravo à Greenpeace غرينبيس Liban pour cette initiative!
Change we believe in
A must watch video to understand the work of Arc en ciel, the non profit organization striving to create a better future for Lebanon through their mobility program, hazardous waste program, health program and many other innovative services helping the most vulnerable citizens. “With a focus on influencing public policy that protects persons in difficulty, arcenciel …
“Walking Lebanon”
Discover the richness and diversity of Lebanon in this beautiful article by Warren Singh-Bartlett. Follow the writer’s incredible journey walking over 400 km from North to South on the Lebanon Mountain Trail (LMT).
“In the valley below, a delicate froth of fruit blossom clouded the terraces. Cherry perhaps, or apple. Maybe both. I could hear the tinkle of goat bells from somewhere below and the distant but unmistakable echo of a bus honking its horn on the other side of the valley. Wind rustled through the trees, making the mist swirl and all around, the air filled with birdsong.”
Read the full story here
Mashrou’Leila sing for the environment
مشروع ليلى Mashrou’ Leila onboard the Greenpeace Rainbow Warrior to help raise awareness about the massive potential for solar energy in the Arab region, in the run up to #COP22 climate conference which takes place in Marrakech in early November. Thumbs up for this great initiative by one of Lebanon’s most talented bands. Check out …
Recycling in Lebanon
Watch this great insightful documentary on recycling in Lebanon. Produced by Leela, Love in Action, guided by Ziad Abi Chaker and directed by Nassif El Rayess, it presents innovative and practical solutions for dealing with waste. This in-depth look at what is at stake provides us with very compelling reasons to make an effort and …