Our Programs
What About Me? “WAM”- Adolescents Emotional Well Being Program
WAM (What About Me?) is an emotional wellbeing program that was launched as a response to the deep emotional needs witnessed among children and adolescents. Focused on overcoming Adverse Life Experiences (ALE) and building resilience through a tailored curriculum. The program provides a safe space for adolescents to express themselves, process their experiences, and develop healthy emotional coping skills.
In its first pilot year, WAM was initially implemented in an underprivileged school with 65 children of challenging situations and backgrounds, in the suburbs of Beirut. This program was also developed with a spiritual version and implemented in partnership with the teens ministry at the Beirut church of Christ. Our goal moving forward, is to roll WAM into more schools, empowering a new generation to grow with resilience, confidence, and emotional well-being.
STITCHED – Women Empowerment Program
STITCHED is our sustainable knitting & crocheting program that began in 2023, designed to empower women by equipping them with valuable skills that can generate income and foster independence. Through this initiative, women learn the art of knitting and crocheting and are supported in turning their craft into a sustainable source of livelihood.
Beyond skill-building, STITCHED also creates a community of encouragement and purpose, where women uplift one another and gain confidence in their abilities. The proceeds from the program are used to support children and individuals with special needs by funding their therapy sessions. Through STITCHED, we not only empower women but also extend our impact to those who need specialized care and support.
Community Service & Outreach
With the aim of involving and creating opportunities for volunteers of all ages to serve their community, HOPEww Lebanon plans a community service activity once a month, whose beneficiaries vary from youngsters to elderly.
To ensure inclusivity, children with Special Needs are involved in special fun activities fand raising awareness for their families. Special Needs kids are frequently invited to get entertained at playgrounds while enjoying hearty snacks.
In addition, elderly homes visits are conducted to provide care and support to senior members of the community who often face loneliness and isolation. Through regular visits, our team offers companionship, emotional support, and meaningful interaction, ensuring that the elderly feel valued and connected. We spend time listening to their stories, engaging in conversations, and participating in light activities that bring joy and comfort. This program focuses on building relationships and fostering a sense of belonging, reminding our elders that they are appreciated, seen and heard.
Relief & Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
HOPEww Lebanon Relief program aims to provide support and relief to communities affected by war and displacement. During Lebanon’s recent conflict, our team alongside our volunteers, initiated visits to the displaced shelters to serve hot meals, distribute blankets, detergents and mattresses. Based on the field visits, and the needs assessed, HOPEww Lebanon conducted weekly psychosocial support activities to more than 1000 refugee children in more than 7 shelters to bring comfort and joy amidst fear and chaos.
During the war, HOPEww Lebanon was keen to support the most vulnerable and in danger; food parcels and First Aid kits were donated to the villages by the strip boarder to provide relief and support for those who stayed there under danger. In addition, food parcels, hygiene kits and products were donated to a community of those who are deaf and struggling to sustain.
During the war, when schools were closed and daily life was disrupted, our I’m a Child of HOPE program was created to ensure that kids continued to receive care, attention, and emotional support. We organized safe and engaging activities to help children cope with the challenges and fears faced.
Through compassion, teamwork, and commitment, our program has aimed to restore dignity and support the most vulnerable during times of crisis.
HOPE Volunteer Corps (HVC)
In partnership with our international organizations, HOPEww Lebanon hosted programs that provided volunteering opportunities for individuals from around the world. Volunteers have contributed and served to support our local programs and have been introduced to the Lebanese culture and community. Those trips bonded volunteers from different nationalities and were a means of empowerment and genuine service.
