Sunday, June 15, 2025
Join us in shaping an effective network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in Lebanon. Through rigorous evidence-based advocacy and collaboration, we are committed to safeguarding our coastal and marine biodiversity for future generations.

The MPA Network empowers us to protect our marine ecosystems effectively. The collaboration is vital for our coastal community's sustainability.

Eng. Malek Ghandour,

President of LEF

Conducting an evidence-based national Non-State Actors Campaign for a Marine Protected Areas Network in Lebanon

MPAs Network is a Project implemented by the Lebanese Environment Forum (LEF) in partnership with the University of Balamand, and funded by the European Union. It aims for establishing an effective MPAs network in Lebanon’s for the protection of Lebanon’s coastal and marine biodiversity and ecosystems through a national non-state actors advocacy campaign supported by science-based evidence.

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Have questions about how you can make a difference in conserving Lebanon's coastal and marine ecosystems? Connect with us! Our dedicated team is here to support you, whether you’re a seasoned marine advocate or just starting your journey.

Reports

This section compiles the key reports produced under the project. Each report reflects a core component of the project’s objective: to establish a science-informed and community-driven network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in Lebanon. The reports provide in-depth analysis, field assessments, stakeholder consultations, and policy recommendations that collectively support an evidence-based advocacy campaign. By centering non-state actors and scientific data in the process, the project advances national efforts to conserve Lebanon’s marine and coastal biodiversity through inclusive and effective environmental governance.