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ILO and QOOT Cluster partner to strengthen market linkages for farmers and agri-food SMEs in Lebanon

Press release

ILO and QOOT Cluster partner to strengthen market linkages for farmers and agri-food SMEs in Lebanon

Microfinance initiative supports young people, farmers and workers in Lebanon
a woman offering a child a desert

Photo essay

Microfinance initiative supports young people, farmers and workers in Lebanon

By providing subsidized loans and training, the ILO supported over 1,550 Lebanese and Syrians, creating jobs and building resilience amid Lebanon's multilevel crisis.

Solar energy gives power to youths and technical schools through ILO Project in Lebanon
students learning to install solar panels in lebanon

Video

Solar energy gives power to youths and technical schools through ILO Project in Lebanon

An ongoing initiative provides hands-on training in renewable energy, creating job opportunities and sustainable solutions amid Lebanon’s ongoing crisis.

Agricultural infrastructure revamp transforms Lebanon, one greenhouse at a time
woman farmer inside a green house

Photo Essay

Agricultural infrastructure revamp transforms Lebanon, one greenhouse at a time

ILO-run greenhouse upgrade project supports farmers in boosting productivity and securing livelihoods amid economic challenges.

Microfinance empowers farmers, youths and workers in Lebanon
women farmers working at a green house

Video

Microfinance empowers farmers, youths and workers in Lebanon

By providing subsidized loans and training, the ILO supported over 1,550 Lebanese and Syrians, creating jobs and building resilience amid Lebanon's economic crisis.

Empowering lives through skills: Sewing hope for displaced communities
women learning tailoring at institute

Video

Empowering lives through skills: Sewing hope for displaced communities

The ILO trained Lebanese and Syrian participants, equipping them with job skills and producing essential winter supplies to foster resilience in the aftermath of conflict.

Strengthening Lebanon’s communities amid conflict: A holistic approach to education, training, and employment
woman wearing a white shirt standing outside a shop

Photo Essay

Strengthening Lebanon’s communities amid conflict: A holistic approach to education, training, and employment

Featuring testimonies from trainees and business owners, the project highlights real stories of resilience and career transformation amid Lebanon’s protracted crises.

The Ministry of Social Affairs announces a new nationally funded emergency cash assistance and the continuation of the National Disability...
(Left to right) Netherlands Ambassador Frank Mollen, EU Ambassador Sandra De Waele, Minister of Social Affairs Dr. Hector Hajjar, UNICEF Representative Edouard Beigbeder, ILO Deputy Regional Director for Arab States Peter Rademaker

In partnership with UNICEF and the ILO and with funding from the European Union and the Kingdom of Netherlands

The Ministry of Social Affairs announces a new nationally funded emergency cash assistance and the continuation of the National Disability...

A deep dive into social protection for Lebanon’s agricultural workers and farmers

A deep dive into social protection for Lebanon’s agricultural workers and farmers

Confronting poverty of Lebanon’s agricultural workers: An integrated approach to extending social insurance to agricultural workers in Lebanon

Enhancing OSH standards: Training farmers and agricultural workers in Lebanon's agricultural sector

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Enhancing OSH standards: Training farmers and agricultural workers in Lebanon's agricultural sector

Learn about ILO PROSPECTS initiative that aims to raise awareness of OSH in agriculture among farmers and agricultural workers to create decent working conditions and reduce risks in Lebanon.

ILO PROSPECTS Lebanon supports social enterprise initiatives in Lebanon
women inside a bakery in Lebanon

ILO PROSPECTS Lebanon supports social enterprise initiatives in Lebanon

Empowering women through fashion and hygiene: The Nouara Initiative
a fashion store in lebanon

Photo Essay – Empowering Lebanon's youth

Empowering women through fashion and hygiene: The Nouara Initiative

Social entrepreneurs in Lebanon successfully grew their businesses through EMDAD, an ILO PROSPECTS-led initiative that offered financial support, personalized coaching, technical training, and networking opportunities, boosting their community and...

ILO and FAO host the launch of the MENA Policy Incubator to boost social insurance for agricultural workers
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Press release

ILO and FAO host the launch of the MENA Policy Incubator to boost social insurance for agricultural workers

International policymakers and experts gathered in Amman to tackle informality and enhance social insurance for the agricultural workforce across the region.

Creating a Literary Haven: The Inspiring Story of Hadi Yahya's Bookstore
a bookstore in lebanon

Photo Essay – Empowering Lebanon's youth

Creating a Literary Haven: The Inspiring Story of Hadi Yahya's Bookstore

Social entrepreneurs in Lebanon successfully grew their businesses through EMDAD, an ILO PROSPECTS-led initiative that offered financial support, personalized coaching, technical training, and networking opportunities, boosting their community and...

Building hope: Syrian farmer Fatima Tarek Al-Ahmad’s efforts to secure a brighter future for her family
refugee family

World Refugee Day

Building hope: Syrian farmer Fatima Tarek Al-Ahmad’s efforts to secure a brighter future for her family

On World Refugee Day, 25-year-old Fatima shares her struggles and strength as the sole family’s breadwinner, showcasing her resilience amid challenges and hard work.

Farming in Lebanon: Aline Tannous Speaks on Hardship and Lack of Healthcare
women farmer in lebanon

Farming in Lebanon: Aline Tannous Speaks on Hardship and Lack of Healthcare

This video is the last in a short series by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and Centre for Social Sciences Research and Action (CeSSRA) that aims to shed light on the multiple challenges agricultural workers and farmers in Lebanon face...

Empowering women and embracing sustainability: Mavia Bakery is transforming Beirut's Culinary Scene
women at a bakery in Lebanon

Photo Essay – Empowering Lebanon's youth

Empowering women and embracing sustainability: Mavia Bakery is transforming Beirut's Culinary Scene

Social entrepreneurs in Lebanon successfully grew their businesses through EMDAD, an ILO PROSPECTS-led initiative that offered financial support, personalized coaching, technical training, and networking opportunities, boosting their community and...

Sustainable and Inclusive: With ILO, Vengo redefines logistics in North Lebanon
delivery workers posing with their bikes

Photo Essay – Empowering Lebanon's youth

Sustainable and Inclusive: With ILO, Vengo redefines logistics in North Lebanon

Social entrepreneurs in Lebanon successfully grew their businesses through EMDAD, an ILO PROSPECTS-led initiative that offered financial support, personalized coaching, technical training, and networking opportunities, boosting their community and...

Zero Waste Community: Transforming Lebanon's Garbage Crisis into Opportunity
women entrepreneur posing for a profile photo in lebanon

Photo Essay – Empowering Lebanon's youth

Zero Waste Community: Transforming Lebanon's Garbage Crisis into Opportunity

Social entrepreneurs in Lebanon successfully grew their businesses through EMDAD, an ILO PROSPECTS-led initiative that offered financial support, personalized coaching, technical training, and networking opportunities, boosting their community and...

The story of Tony Al Hazoury and his struggle for a decent life
Agriculture worker Lebanon

Navigating hardship: Lebanon's agricultural workers in the absence of social protection

The story of Tony Al Hazoury and his struggle for a decent life