Driving change, strengthening communities
Introduction to LSR
The Lebanese Social Responsibility (LSR) Association Initially established to provide emergency support is a youth-led and youth-based NGO headquartered during Lebanon’s compounding crises, LSR has in Jbeil/Byblos, Lebanon. Founded in response to the in response to the grown into a recognized humanitarian actor active 2021 socio-economic crisis, LSR aims to promote socio-economic crisis of 2021, across multiple sectors. sustainable development by empowering youth and marginalized groups, with a strong focus on dignity, inclusion, and community resilience.
The Lebanese Social Responsibility (LSR) Association Initially established to provide emergency support is a youth-led and youth-based NGO headquartered during Lebanon’s compounding crises, LSR has in Jbeil/Byblos, Lebanon. Founded in response to the in response to the grown into a recognized humanitarian actor active 2021 socio-economic crisis, LSR aims to promote socio-economic crisis of 2021, across multiple sectors. sustainable development by empowering youth and marginalized groups, with a strong focus on dignity, inclusion, and community resilience.
Main Sectors of Intervention
1-EDUCATION SECTOR:
LSR is the only organization in the Jbeil district officially authorized by the Ministry of Education to conduct tailored awareness sessions in public schools. Topics include:
Anti-bullying
Mental health and emotional well-being
Self-esteem and social inclusion
Digital safety
Non-violance and peacebuilding
2-PROTECTION SECTOR:
LSR implements its protection strategy through three dedicated committees:
Child Protection Committee
Organizes educational, recreational, and psychological support activities (PSS,PFA) for children.Women’s Committe
Empowers women through skill-building, GBV awarness session, and targeted initiatives for social and economic inclusion.
3-FOOD SECURITY SECTOR:
Pre-War: Distributed food parcels to vulnerable families.
During War (SEPT. 2024): In partnership with World Central Kitchen and Sawa Blessed for Development and Aid, LSR launched a community kitchen in Jbeil to serve displaced families.
Post-War: LSR continues operating its central kitchen to serve vulnerable residents, maintaining food access as a key pillar of it’s mission.
Meet the Team
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Elie Zeidan
PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Maria Elissa Lahoud
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
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Monica Lahoud
PROJECT MANAGER
Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience. -
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Nour Nemer
MONITORING & EVALUATION COORDINATOR
Friendly, attentive, and always ready to help, our customer service manager ensures every interaction is a positive one. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.
