ILO PROSPECTS Lebanon supports social enterprise initiatives in Lebanon

5 July 2024

Over the past two years, ILO PROSPECTS Lebanon, through its EMDAD initiative supported 17 social enterprise initiatives with a comprehensive array of services. These include technical training, financial support, one to one coaching, networking opportunities, and community development efforts aimed at strengthening their business models, expand their operations, and better serve local host and refugee communities.

a bookstore in lebanon — Hadi Yahya's Bookstore is a second-hand books literary hub

Hadi Yahya's Bookstore is revitalizing reading in Lebanon with a unique book lending service and community-focused events.

women at a bakery in Lebanon — Women kneading dough at Mavia Bakery

Mavia Bakery in Gemmayze, Beirut, led by Kinda Darwish, champions sustainability and women’s economic empowerment employing women from different backgrounds, offering them professional culinary opportunities.

delivery workers posing with their bikes — Vengo team pose for a group picture in the company’s garage.

Vengo's innovative approach and focus on the community are redefining delivery services amidst Lebanon's economic challenges.

Nibal Daouq's Zero Waste Community is transforming Lebanon's waste management, promoting sustainability, and fostering green citizenship.

a fashion store in lebanon — Nouara is both a fashion brand and a social enterprise promoting local production in Lebanon’s Tripoli.

The Nouara Initiative is a pioneering fashion brand in Tripoli merging style with social impact. From plus-size modest fashion to reusable pads, empowering women through innovation and compassion.

To find out more about this initiative and the inspiring journeys of these 17 social enterprise initiatives, you can visit the PROSPECTS-supported EMDAD initiative.

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