Project Description
The Nordic Embassies in Lebanon, comprising Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, collaborated with the Asfari Institute for Civil Society and Citizenship on a project aimed at enhancing women’s political and economic empowerment in Lebanon. Acknowledging the underrepresentation of women in these spheres, the project focused on targeted advocacy and the identification of new political initiatives. Recognizing the macroeconomic impact of gender equality, the collaboration aimed to address the low rates of women’s labor market participation and political representation in Lebanon. The project sought to build on existing Nordic collaboration on gender issues in the country.
Project Activities
Shifting Narratives: Outcome Document on Women’s Participation Municipal Elections in Lebanon
With the upcoming municipal elections in May 2023, there is a definitive interest to explore and advocate for the implementation of such a quota. By taking action to promote greater gender equality in politics, Lebanon…
Keep readingShifting Narratives: Workshop #1 on Upcoming Municipal Elections in Lebanon
On February 27, 2023, the Embassies of Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, and the Asfari Institute for Civil Society and Citizenship hosted its first workshop as part of its new project about enhancing women’s political…
Keep readingAsfari Institute for Civil Society and Citizenship
American University of Beirut

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PO Box 11-0236
Riad El Solh, 1107 2020
Beirut, Lebanon
Tel: +961-1-350000 EXT. 4469
NEW YORK
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New York, NY 10017-2303, USA
Tel: 1-212-583-7600