The Lebanese Organization for Studies and Training (LOST) is a non-profit organization aiming to foster a culture of development, peace and human rights
Baalbeck, Bekaa, Lebanon
Joined June 2010
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Discover the BDT journey.
The Business Development Training (BDT) program supported Lebanese and Syrian participants in strengthening their business skills, developing their ideas, and creating sustainable opportunities.
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Farmers are the backbone of our community and the engine driving towards our food security. #LOST
المزارعون هم ركن مجتمعنا والقوة المحركة باتجاه أمننا الغذائي.
Mrs. May El Khalil, founder and president of the Beirut Marathon Association, visited LOST to explore organizing a marathon in Baalbeck with support from LOST and the Municipality of Baalbeck.
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Under CATRA project, LOST implemented a series of environmental & developmental initiatives in Bekaa. The initiatives included the installation of rainwater collecting systems in 11 public schools, alongside awareness campaigns for students on climate change & water conservation.
The project focused on raising public awareness in Zahle pertaining to the significance of reusing treated water for agricultural purposes. Furthermore, capacity-building trainings were organized to enhance the farmers’ skills in managing irrigation water more efficiently.
Supporting Education in Emergency: A Step Towards a Brighter Future
As part of the "DANIDA Education in Emergency" project, in partnership with Plan International, & in coordination with youth school clubs & school directors, LOST supported 6 public schools in Baalbeck-Hermel!
Through the generous funding of the Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA), it was possible to provide:
- 2 Printing Machines for Al Kassr School & Hermel School (1 each),
- 2 Lithium Batteries for Baalbeck School & Zaboud School (1 each),
As part of the effort to preserve the architectural heritage of Baalbeck, LOST has undertaken the restoration of several damaged heritage buildings in the city with the funding of ALIPH organization and in collaboration with the Directorate General of Antiquities.
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The restoration work of the eight buildings included replacing broken glass, repairing windows, rehabilitating and installing a new tiled roof for Saint George Church, and installing four new doors for the Sisters' School.
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The ninth building underwent complete rehabilitation- removing damaged tiles, clearing debris, casting new ceiling and floor, installing a suspended ceiling with wooden beams, & restoring the structure by reinforcing its walls with natural stone to ensure its sustainability.
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Here’s a glimpse of the training provided to the Agri and Dairy farmers over the past few months! 🌱🐄
From plant care to dairy production and business growth, we’re empowering farmers with the knowledge needed to succeed.
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LOST, in collaboration with Plan International Lebanon and with support from the Swiss Development and Cooperation (SDC) Office at the Swiss Embassy, implemented four community projects as part of the "Wosool" project.
These projects include:
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1. Building a fence around the sports field and courtyard of Bednayel Secondary School.
2. Rehabilitating the library at Hosh Al-Rafqa Intermediate School and providing it with electronic devices.
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