Tag: Citizenship
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Back to Basics: Citizenship and Constitutionalism in Lebanon
Dr. Saleh El Machnouk’s op-ed explores citizenship challenges in ethnically divided societies, focusing on Lebanon. He advocates for enforcing existing constitutional clauses, particularly in areas like exclusive state sovereignty, a constitutional council, public sector meritocracy, a unified civil law code, and electoral law reforms. Dr. El Machnouk underscores the role of the Good Governance and…
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AUB unveils the Good Governance and Citizenship Observatory
The American University of Beirut (AUB) launched the Good Governance and Citizenship Observatory (GGCO) in an event that took place on December 5, 2023 at the Asfari Institute for Civil Society and Citizenship at AUB. This pivotal gathering marked the launch of an initiative dedicated to fostering responsible governance and active citizenship in Lebanon and the region.
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Change in Lebanon: From Citizenship Participation to Good Governance
Exploring Lebanon’s governance challenges during President Chehab’s era, Dr. Simon Kachar introduces the Good Governance & Citizenship Observatory. Focused on citizen welfare, the GGCO aims to reshape mentalities, promote solidarity, and foster national development for a brighter Lebanon.
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