About Lebanese Spotlight
Welcome to Lebanese Spotlight, where the energy of youth fuels positive change in society. As a youth-led NGO, we're on a mission to empower the youth of Lebanon with crucial life skills, a sense of purpose, and a commitment to creating enduring impacts in their communities.
The CEDE Framework
Our strategic objectives that guide our mission to empower Lebanese youth and create lasting positive change in communities across Lebanon.
Cultivating Self-Discovery and Community Building
Organizing yearly workshops and events in Beirut to create spaces where youth can explore their potential and build meaningful connections.
Encouraging Entrepreneurial Mindset
Implementing skill-enhancement programs focused on entrepreneurship, with a specific goal of enrolling 700 participants within the next six months and offering training to 500 participants annually in technological landscapes.
Driving Sustainable Change
Establishing and sustaining eco-conscious projects in Lebanon that actively promote eco-friendly practices and contribute to the Go Green movement.
Empowering Youth Ambitions
Providing mentorship and resources to empower 10,000 young individuals in Lebanon, enabling them to turn their ambitions into achievements within the next year, and developing career-oriented curriculum to help 10,000 participants achieve significant career milestones within three years.
Together, We Build Lebanon's Future
Through our CEDE framework, we're not just running programs—we're cultivating a movement of empowered youth who will shape Lebanon's tomorrow.
What Drives Our Purpose
Learn about the principles, goals, and values that guide everything we do at Lebanese Spotlight as we work toward a brighter future for Lebanon's youth.
Our Objectives - CEDE Framework
Cultivating • Encouraging • Driving • Empowering
Cultivating Self-Discovery and Community Building: Organizing yearly workshops and events in Beirut to create spaces where youth can explore their potential and build meaningful connections.
Encouraging Entrepreneurial Mindset: Implementing skill-enhancement programs focused on entrepreneurship, with a goal of enrolling 700 participants within six months and reaching 500 participants annually in technological training.
Driving Sustainable Change: Establishing and sustaining eco-conscious projects in Lebanon that actively promote eco-friendly practices and contribute to the Go Green movement.
Empowering Youth Ambitions: Providing mentorship and resources to empower 10,000 young individuals in Lebanon, enabling them to turn their ambitions into achievements within the next year, and developing career-oriented curriculum to help 10,000 participants achieve career milestones within three years.
Our History
A Journey of Growth and Impact
2013: Our founder Ali Omar Ali was a Theater teacher in public schools, focusing on empowering students to become active community members.
2017: Successfully registered as an NGO after launching as a community service project.
August 4, 2020: The devastating Beirut blast became a turning point, with our youth taking active roles in providing aid and support to affected communities.
Today: With over 350 volunteers aged 15-25, we continue building small communities that foster belonging and support, demonstrating the power of youth-led collective action.
Our growth after the blast proved that community service projects can have tremendous effects on inspiring young minds to become proactive changemakers in society.
Our Vision
Catalyzing Positive Change
Empowering youth to be the catalysts for positive societal change.
Fostering a society where young individuals in Lebanon possess crucial life skills and a deep sense of purpose.
Creating communities marked by unity, mutual support, and a collective dedication to creating enduring impacts.
Our Mission
Inspiring Action, Creating Impact
Empowering and inspiring young individuals in Lebanon, providing them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and opportunities to become proactive changemakers in their communities.
Achieving this through diverse activities and initiatives that ignite passion, promote self-discovery, and support the Go Green movement (Eco-Friendly).
Aligning all efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals to tackle significant global challenges while addressing local needs.
Our Core Values
These fundamental principles guide our actions and shape our community culture.
Transparency
Members maintain transparency with each other and the community. All issues are addressed directly and openly, with no room for negativity or derogatory remarks.
Confidentiality
We provide confidential reporting systems and psychosocial support. Personal information is respected and privacy is prioritized for all members.
Cooperation
Effective collaboration where experienced members mentor younger ones. Open communication, feedback, and teamwork are essential for our success.
Honesty
Members are honest and transparent, speaking openly and truthfully. No gossip or rumors are tolerated - all feedback is communicated directly.
Sustainability
Diverse volunteer opportunities focusing on environmental awareness, community engagement, cultural exchange, and democratic practices for lasting impact.
Inclusivity
We treat all youth equally regardless of religion, ethnicity, age, or color. Our space is open to all who wish to serve and volunteer in the community.
Respect & Communication
Members treat each other with respect at all times. We listen attentively, communicate clearly and respectfully, and maintain a safe, clean environment.
Accountability
Members are accountable and reliable, committed to completing tasks and admitting limitations. We prioritize punctuality and time management.