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.”
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 …
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 …
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!
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 …
Thumbs up to Sabine Choucair for this great art therapy project. Street theater performances with Syrian refugees called The Caravan. Watch her story here.
