๐๐๐ช๐ ๐ ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ถ๐ด๐ถ๐๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ป๐ฐ๐น๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ป๐ผ๐ป
Honored to share that Lebanese League for Women in Business Treasurer Mrs. Zakie Karam has been nominated as a ๐๐ถ๐ด๐ถ๐๐ฎ๐น ๐ช๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป ๐๐ป๐ฐ๐น๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ถ๐ผ๐ป under the National Digital Women Inclusion Policy and Strategy project in Lebanonย a joint initiative led by the Ministry of Telecommunications, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and OGERO.
This important initiative brings together leading women from Lebanonโs digital, technology, AI, and innovation ecosystem to contribute to the development of a national policy and 5-year strategy aimed at advancing womenโs digital inclusion, leadership, and participation across the sector.
As a membership-based organization, Lebanese League for Women in Business is also proud to see its members Ms. Nada El Mais, Ms. Sara Abdalla, and Ms. Grace Harb represented within this national effort, reflecting LLWBโs continued commitment to womenโs leadership, inclusive innovation, and shaping more equitable digital futures in Lebanon.
Congratulations to all the inspiring women contributing their expertise, leadership, and vision to this impactful journey. The future of inclusive digital transformation is built through collaboration, representation, and action.
Women's Economic Empowerment for MSMES in Lebanon: Foundational Training For Business Owners,Leaders and Managers.
As part of the UNDP Womenโs Economic Empowerment through Advancing Women-Led Enterprises in Lebanon project, LLWB, through its Gender Unit, delivered 4 targeted intervention for MSMEs, facilitatingย sessions for 56 participants on practical gender-smart business practices for women-led enterprises. The session, titled โGender-Smart Practices Strengthen Resilience: Practical Insights for Women-Led Enterprises,โ provided actionable guidance grounded in the โBe Gender Smartโ approach. It focused on translating gender principles into concrete, low-cost business practices that enhance resilience, improve internal structures, and strengthen market positioning amid Lebanonโs ongoing economic challenges. Participants were introduced to practical reflection tools, policy entry points, and simple operational changes such as transparent recruitment, role clarity, and safe workplace practices, demonstrating how small adjustments can generate measurable impact.
The session was complemented by a comprehensive toolkit developed by UNDP, equipping women-led MSMEs with resources, templates, and frameworks to institutionalize gender-responsive practices across their workplaces, supply chains, and business strategies. Additionally, LLWBโs survey and assessment findings on women-led enterprises in Lebanon, were presented by UNDP as an example during the training sessions and integrated within the training material.
Crisis Response Webinar Series. Mental Regulation & Strategic Focus for Women Entrepreneurs โ
Crisis Response Webinar Series. Mental Regulation & Strategic Focus for Women Entrepreneurs
In collaboration with stand for women, the Lebanese League for Women in Business hosted this webinar bringing together 107 participants to support women entrepreneurs navigating uncertainty and high-pressure environments. In times of crisis, stress doesnโt just affect decisions it shapes them. This session explored how mental regulation can strengthen focus, resilience, and leadership during challenging moments.
Topic: Mental Regulation & Strategic Focus for Women Entrepreneurs
Led by Ghada Jabbour Yared, PCC, the session provided practical tools to:
โข Recognize stress signals and nervous system responses
โข Apply grounding techniques in real time
โข Prioritize effectively using โMinimum Viable Productivityโ
โข Foster peer connection and shared support
โข Integrate simple self-care practices to sustain leadership This recording captures key insights from the session, designed to help women entrepreneurs stay focused, grounded, and resilient no matter the circumstances.
Watch Full Recording here: https://youtu.be/Ftb31xlMPNY
Webinar : Leading Through the Polycrisis: Building Crisis-Proof Systems & Teamsโ
Despite the ongoing challenges in Lebanon, 58 members of LLWB, leaders in their diverse fields came together to connect, exchange, and learn.ย
LLWB hosted an engaging and highly interactiveย webinar,ย โLeading Through theย Polycrisis: Building Crisis-Proof Systems & Teamsโ,ย led by experts Mr. Afifย Tabshย and Dr. Ghinaย Dboukย from RPS MENA.ย
Together with a diverse group of leaders, we explored:ย
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โข How to navigate theย polycrisisย with a new leadership mindsetย
โข Practical ways to build resilient, crisis-proof systemsย
โข Trauma-informed leadership approaches to support and sustain teamsย
The strong participation and rich discussions reflected one thing clearly: leadership in Lebanon should continue to rise, adapt, and build resilience even in the most complex environments.ย During the session, and even as multiple missiles andย securityย unfoldedย in real time, participants remained fully engaged in theย webinar, underscoring a powerful reality: building crisis-proof systems is not theoretical, but an urgent, lived necessity. participants from various regions such asย Hasbaya,ย Khiyam,ย Machghara,ย Kabย ellias, emphasized the need for practical tools that can beย immediatelyย applied, tested, and adapted to navigate continuous disruption in supply chains, and the prices of fuel,ย electricityย andย communicationย means.ย ย
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Watch full recording here: https://youtu.be/x8lvMST-9i8
MSME Toolbox Application Session under the Green Forward Initiative: Strengthening Resilience, Cost Control & Competitiveness
Building on its commitment to strengthening MSMEs, the Lebanese League for Women in Business (LLWB), in partnership with BIAT, delivered a targeted toolbox application session under the Green Forward initiative, following its participation in the BIAT training program.
Through this initiative, LLWB transferred practical, structured tools acquired during the BIAT workshop to a selected group of MSMEs and startups, reinforcing their resilience, cost control, and competitiveness in a challenging economic context.
The session engaged around 10 MSMEs, introducing actionable frameworks covering strategic direction, financial planning, governance, and performance tracking equipping businesses with concrete tools to navigate risks and drive sustainable growth.
To ensure impact and accountability, pre- and post assessments developed by BIAT were conducted to measure the effectiveness of the tools as they were cascaded from trainers to Business Support Organizations (BSOs), and ultimately to MSMEs.
This collaboration reflects LLWBโs role as a knowledge enabler, translating capacity-building into tangible support for businesses on the ground, and reinforcing a cycle of learning, application, and measurable impact under the Green Forward initiative.
๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ซ๐จ๐ง๐ญ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฆ๐๐ง ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ฏ๐จ๐๐๐๐ฒ.
๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ซ๐จ๐ง๐ญ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฆ๐๐ง ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ฏ๐จ๐๐๐๐ฒ
The Lebanese League for Women in Business took part in the regional training program โAdvocacy for the Protection and Promotion of Human Rights through Engagement with International Mechanismsโ, organized by UNHCR through its Executive Director, Rita Chemaly.
During the program, which brought together 120 participants, LLWB led sessions on the fundamental principles of human rights advocacy, introducing key concepts and practical tools. This was followed by an interactive group exercise aimed at strengthening the advocacy skills of young human rights defenders from across the Arab region.
This engagement reflects LLWBโs continued commitment to strengthening advocacy capacities, promoting inclusive leadership, and advancing womenโs meaningful participation in civic and policy spaces.
๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ข๐๐ย
O๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ญ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ!
The Lebanese League for Women in Business, under its Women on Boardsย Program and in partnership with the British Embassy in Beirut, convened a high-level Validation Session bringing together ย 76 participants, including judges, legal experts, ex-ministers, public-sector leaders, and Women on Boards advocates.
The session focused on validating key findings and proposed legal amendments addressing the structural and legal barriers limiting womenโs representation in public-institution leadership, where women currently hold only 5.3% of board positions. Grounded in evidence-based research led by Me. Lara Saadeh, the discussion marked a critical step toward advancing transparent, merit-based, and gender-responsive governance systems in Lebanon.
This milestone reflects LLWBโs continued commitment to translating research into concrete legal reform and policy advocacy moving from diagnosis to action for inclusive decision-making.
๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ข๐๐ย
O๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ญ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ!
LLWB hosted an engaging webinar featuring ๐๐ก๐ซ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐จ๐ฎ๐๐,founder of Dunkin Leb,Semsom, Empowering Tribe & the Tribe of Fund at the Catalyst of Growth.
With 91 participants in attendance, the session explored the realities of entrepreneurship from building a business from the ground up to making tough investment decisions. Christine shared her powerful journey as a business leader and reflected on lessons learned while evaluating startups on Shark Tank, offering practical insights on leadership, risk-taking, deal evaluation, and decision-making that drive success.
She also discussed her book, The Power to Say Yes, where she highlights the mindset of embracing opportunities, overcoming fear, and turning challenges into growth.
The session, moderated by LLWB President, Ms. Corine Kiame, concluded with a rich and interactive Q&A, during which participants engaged directly with Christine and received actionable advice and motivation to pursue their own entrepreneurial paths.
Link to the recorded session: https://youtu.be/8px9UMzjwyg
Embracing Diversity: Inclusive Human Resources Management Strategies
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The Lebanese League for Women in Business (LLWB), in collaboration with AUB, MEPI, and TELFER under the SAWI Phase 2 project, hosted a virtual panel discussion on January 14, 2025, titled โEmbracing Diversity: Inclusive Human Resources Management Strategies.โ The event celebrated the significant milestones achieved throughout the project.
The webinar was launched by Ms. Corine Kiame, President of LLWB and Dr. Charlotte Karam, Principal investigator SAWI Project, University of Ottawa and AUB. Ms. Rita Chemaly offered an overview of the SAWI project journey and thanked the LLWB team, mainly Mr. Hussein Ayyad, Ms. Rachel Haddad and Ms. Ghada Salibi. The webinar gathered 75 participants from the MENA region interested in women economic Participation. Dr Gulnar Wakim tackled in her presentation the female citizens contribution. (Click Here)
She offered insights related to experiences of the formal economies, of the MENA, by qualitative data pertaining to female employment in the formal economic sector in Lebanon, strategic findings and crucial recommendations enhancing the design and practices of better recruitment, retention and promotion for female citizens in Lebanon.ย
The Lebanese League for Women in Business (LLWB), in collaboration with AUB, MEPI, and TELFER under the SAWI Phase 2 project, hosted a virtual panel discussion on January 14, 2025, titled โEmbracing Diversity: Inclusive Human Resources Management Strategies.โ The event celebrated the significant milestones achieved throughout the project.
The webinar was launched by Ms. Corine Kiame, President of LLWB and Dr. Charlotte Karam, Principal investigator SAWI Project, University of Ottawa and AUB. Ms. Rita Chemaly offered an overview of the SAWI project journey and thanked the LLWB team, mainly Mr. Hussein Ayyad, Ms. Rachel Haddad and Ms. Ghada Salibi. The webinar gathered 75 participants from the MENA region interested in women economic Participation. Dr Gulnar Wakim tackled in her presentation the female citizens contribution. She offered insights related to experiences of the formal economies, of the MENA, by qualitative data pertaining to female employment in the formal economic sector in Lebanon, strategic findings and crucial recommendations enhancing the design and practices of better recruitment, retention and promotion for female citizens in Lebanon.ย
Additionally, LLWB organized a panel, that was moderated by Ms. Sarah Abi Abdallah, featuring success stories by selected employers and employees, related to recruitment, retention and promotion processes, and the lived experience index with the development of a showcase study, whoโs despite the challenges of conflict, have integrated a human rights-based approach into their operations. The panel gathered Ms. Rhea Gerbaka from AMC, Ms. Hiba Bejjani from Wakkilni and Mr. Mohammad Katat from Pharmamed. The virtual session held January 14, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM, provided a platform for sharing knowledge and advancing discussions on inclusive human resources strategies.
Additionally, LLWB organized a panel, that was moderated by Ms. Sarah Abi Abdallah, featuring success stories by selected employers and employees, related to recruitment, retention and promotion processes, and the lived experience index with the development of a showcase study, whoโs despite the challenges of conflict, have integrated a human rights-based approach into their operations. The panel gathered Ms. Rhea Gerbaka from AMC, Ms. Hiba Bejjani from Wakkilni and Mr. Mohammad Katat from Pharmamed. The virtual session held on January 14, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM, provided a platform for sharing knowledge and advancing discussions on inclusive human resources strategies.ย ย (Click to watch the session)ย
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Combatting Sexual Harassment at the Workplace and addressing the main loopholes in existing policies in Lebanon in time of crises | LLWB & KAS
In light of the pressing need for reform to effectively combat violence and harassment in the workplace, the Lebanese League for Women in Business (LLWB), in collaboration with KAS (Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung), hosted an invite-only roundtable discussion on โCombating Sexual Harassment at the Workplace and Addressing the Main Loopholes in Existing Policies in Lebanon During Times of War and Crises.โ
The roundtable took place on Thursday the 31st of October 2024 at 15:30 and brought together 53 key experts from various sectors in Lebanon, including government representatives, syndicates, the private sector, civil society organizations, and academic experts. The roundtable discussion was introduced by LLWBย President Mrs. Corine Kiame, andย moderated by Mrs. Abir Chebaro, Head of the Advocacy Pillar and LLWB Vice President andย led by public policy expert Ms. Sandy Tanios, the discussion aimed to develop recommendations for a policy brief to support LLWBโs advocacy and lobbying efforts for reforms related to the economy and labor force participation.
The objectives of the roundtable were amended to align with the prevailing situation in Lebanon. The main goals included:
Discussing a shared reform vision regarding policies and practices for combating sexual harassment and abuse during times of war and crisis with all relevant stakeholders.
Advocating for the ratification of the ILO Convention on Violence and Harassment No. 190 and its accompanying Recommendation No. 206, contributing to an improved legislative environment for addressing harassment and violence in the workplace.
Moderated by LLWB and led by Ms.Sandy Tanios, the discussion was guided by a Concept Note, available in both Arabic and English, that was developed with the participation of two intern researchers from the Saint Joseph University Ms Marianne Saghbini and Mr. Wassim Atrissi.ย
Main feedback from the evaluation Form of the roundtable organised included that it was:ย ย “technical” “It was very good in all respects” , the most important topics that participants to the roundtables tackled are “The intersection between law 205 and C190. The link between conflict and GBV. The recommendations to the current legal framework” “1)Understanding some aspects of the law, 2) understanding the interlink with other ministries, 3) hearing the recommendations based on othersโ experiences ” ” – ุงูุชูุงุทุน ุจูู ูุงููู ุชุฌุฑูู ุงูุชุญุฑุด ุงูุฌูุณู ูุชุฃููู ุถุญุงูุงู ูุงุชูุงููุฉ ู ูุธู ุฉ ุงูุนู ู ุงูุฏูููุฉ ุฑูู 190 ุจุดุฃู ุงูุนูู ูุงูุชุญุฑุด – ุงูู ูุงูุดุฉ ” , “Reaching to a common understanding of harassment. Engaging different stakeholders. Using an evidence based approach ” .One more comment on the way forward was also raised from a participant “after issuing the policy paper to validate and revisit the recommendations and suggest and action plan that should be handled by different stakeholders”
Links related to the discussion:
- The primary Concept Note that guided the discussionย Concept Note English versionย –ย Concept Note Arabic version
- The legal presentation prepared by Policy Expertย Me. Sandy Taniosย ู ูุงูุญุฉ ุงูุชุญุฑุด ุงูุฌูุณู ูู ู ูุงู ุงูุนู ู ุฎูุงู ุฒู ู ุงูุญุฑุจ ูุงูุงุฒู ุงุช ุจูู ุงููุงููู ุฑูู ูขู ูฅ ูุงุชูุงููุฉ ุงูุนู ู ุฑูู ูกูฉู ุจุดุฃู ุงูุนูู ูุงูุชุญุฑุด ูุงูุชูุตูุฉ ุงูู ุฑุงููุฉ ููุง ุฑูู ูขู ูฆ
- The LLWB presentation covering who we are, LLWB’s advocacy plan, the project and collaboration with KAS, and the LLWB’s main pillars of action for the way forward (English Version)ย LLWB Presentation
- The recording of the roundtable discussion Recorded session
LLWB will also update this page with links to the English and Arabic policy briefs that will be developed in this regard and will serve as cornerstones for advocacy and program development on the subjects discussed.
For more information about the project, please contact:
- Project Manager Mrs. Diala Khater:ย diala.khater@llwb.org
- Project Coordinator Mr. Hussein Ayyad:ย hussein.ayyad@llwb.org
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Inclusive Workplaces and Policies: Shaping the Future of Lebanese Labor Law and Ensuring Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in the Workplace in Times of Crises and War | LLWB & KAS
The Lebanese League for Women in Business (LLWB), in collaboration with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), organized a roundtable discussion titled โInclusive Workplaces and Policies: Shaping the Future of Lebanese Labor Law and Ensuring Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in the Workplace in Times of Crises and War.โ
The roundtable took place on Wednesday, October 23, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, with the participation of 63 key stakeholders and experts invited from the academic sector, law and justice sector, public sector, private sector, human rights organizations, international and regional partners, and some members of LLWB.
While our primary focus was to discuss labor law policies, the challenging and uncertain situation in Lebanon has compelled us to expand our conversation to include the impact of war and displacement on inclusive workplaces and policies. This roundtable explored the intersectionality of workplace policies and how they affect womenโs economic participation, particularly considering the Women, Peace, and Security agenda, which emphasizes the importance of womenโs economic empowerment.
The roundtable addressed the impact of war on various sectors, including agriculture, IT, STEM, education, care, health, construction, and services. The technical part was developed led and presented by researcher and legal expert Me. Youmna Makhlouf. The roundtable discussion was introduced by LLWB President Mrs. Corine Kiame, and Mrs. Abir Chebaro, Head of the Advocacy Pillar and LLWB Vice President, and Mrs. Cyrine Farhat, Program Manager at KAS it was moderated by LLWB’s Executive director Mrs Rita Chemaly.
The technical discussion among participants revolved around care work policies, remote work, flexible time, and the capacities of state institutions, syndicates, the private sector, employers, and employees to brainstorm and find solutions to the impact of war on work and labor. The discussions highlighted how war exacerbates social distress and the need for social protection measures approved by all stakeholders involved.
Here are the links related to the discussion:
- The primary Concept Note that guided the discussion (English Version)Concept note Roundtable , that was developed, with the support of research interns from USJ Political Science Institute Ms Marianne Saghbini and Mr Wassim Atrissi.
- The legal presentation prepared by researcher and legal expert Youmna Makhlouf (Arabic Version)ุฃู ุงูู ุงูุนู ู ูุงูุณูุงุณุงุช ุงูุดุงู ูุฉ (1).pptx
- The LLWB presentation covering who we are, LLWB’s advocacy plan, the project and collaboration with KAS, and the LLWB’s main pillars of action for the way forward (English Version) LLWB Presentation
- The recording of the roundtable discussion Recorded session
LLWB will also update this page with links to the English and Arabic policy briefs that will be developed in this regard and will serve as cornerstones for advocacy and program development on the subjects discussed.
For more information about the project, please contact:
- Project Manager Mrs. Diala Khater: diala.khater@llwb.org
- Project Coordinator Mr. Hussein Ayyad: hussein.ayyad@llwb.org
๐ก๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ด๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ด๐ฒ๐ ๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ง๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ช๐ฎ๐ฟ
Exportation Rapid Assessment During Times of War for Medium and Large Companies in Lebanon
The Lebanese League for Women in Business (LLWB) organised and led a qualitative focus group discussion on October 14, 2024, with selected women-led enterprises from its network.
The objective of the discussion was to understand the primary challenges and urgent issues facing medium and large enterprises in the Bekaa and North regions during times of war. The session also addressed critical issues affecting trade and investment in the current climate.
Key Takeaways
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Challenges in Access to Finance
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Companies face significant difficulties in securing financing, with overhead costs rising sharply over the past year.
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Bureaucratic Hurdles and Lack of Export Support
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Streamlined documentation and closer collaboration with authorities are urgently needed.
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Participants highlighted persistent bureaucratic and political obstacles to completing legal registration.
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Local products lack consistent support from key state ministries and directorates, leading to unsustainable export efforts.
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Localized and Tailored Needs Not Addressed
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Companies struggle to meet demand for essential products amid labor shortages, particularly in some regions of Lebanon.
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Transportation issues, including unsafe roads and inadequate infrastructure, have further exacerbated challenges for medium and large businesses.
Way Forward
Many businesses are pivoting toward local markets while navigating supply chain obstacles. In-depth research is essential to understand supply chains and market access for SMEs in Lebanon.
LLWB remains committed to amplifying the voices of women-led businesses and working collaboratively to address these challenges. Comprehensive mapping and further studies will be conducted to strengthen the local economy through participatory approach.
LLWB and LAU UNIVERSITY Scale Up Training program ย
The Lebanese League for Women in Business (LLWB) had the honor of collaborating with the Lebanese American University (LAU) to host an inspiring series of Scale Up training sessions. This capacity building initiative was designed to ensure sharing of same language regarding encouraging women to be on boards and enhance their leadership skills as decision makers, foster inclusion as principle, elevate the voices of women in leadership positions and capacitate them regarding main International Conventions and Laws regulating women economic empowerment. From the LAU, 44 participants joined the trainings. They were from different backgrounds, professors, doctors, and staff. The trainings were led during the month of November and December 2024.ย
The journey began with the sessions led by Ms. Joumana Merhi, where the focus was on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. With a perfect blend of theory and real-world applications, Ms. Merhi inspired participants from LAU, during war time in Lebanon to reshape workplaces and academic spaces as hubs of opportunities,ย where diverse voices are celebrated, and women are empowered to take decision making roles. The energy in the training sessions was so dynamic as the women from LAU shared their own experiences and perspectives on promoting a more inclusive environment at LAU and within their communities.ย
On the second part of the training series, Ms. Zeina Daccache led a personal and powerful session on Mental Health During Times of War in the Workplace. The session was deeply motivating, with participants fully engaged and emotionally connected to the subject. In this heartfelt discussion, Ms. Daccache guided attendees through practical strategies for protecting mental well-being in difficult times. Her vulnerability and openness created an environment where participants could reflect on their own challenges and share their experiences. The emotional depth of the session allowed everyone to connect not only intellectually but on a deeply personal level.ย
As the program continued, Ms. Chantal Bou Akl delivered a session on Womenโs Legal Rights, shedding light on the critical legal frameworks that support womenโs equality and gender justice. With her expertise, Ms. Bou Akl empowered attendees with the knowledge and confidence to advocate for womenโs rights, not just within the confines of the law but in everyday conversations, too. It was clear that each participant left those legal sessions with a feeling of being more equipped to drive real change in the professional spheres, based on International conventions and laws.ย
The series continued with Ms. Zeina El Helou while she discussed Leadership and Management. Drawing from her wealth of experience, Ms. El Helou shared powerful case studies and personal stories that emphasized the importance of courage, vision, and decision making in leadership. Herย approach not only inspired participants but also reinforced the idea that leadership is not about titles, itโs about making an impact, empowering others, and creating spaces for other women to thrive.ย
The final session, Women on Board, presented by Dr. Dima Issa, was a powerful worthy conclusion to the Scale Up program.ย Noting that Dr. Issa participated to the program led by LLWB in a previous phase, and is a professor at the University too.ย Dr. Issa provided invaluable insights on how women can increase their representation in leadership roles and on boards. Her expertise, coupled with her personal experience as a participant in the LLWB program, allowed her to offer not just theoretical knowledge but practical steps to create gender-balanced leadership teams. Dr. Issaโs session was nothing short of transformative, inspiring many to take bold steps toward boardroom inclusion.ย
From the first session to the last, the Scale Up program at LAU was marked by a profound sense of collaboration, energy, and enthusiasm even during War time in Lebanon. The interactions between drs, professors, and staff, and the trainers created a type of community, as each participant contributed to an open, dynamic learning environment.ย ย ย
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