Rue 54 Getaoui Area
Beirut
Lebanon
- Youth and education
Rashet Kheir is a Lebanese non-governmental organization that empowers youth to build a better future for themselves and their communities. With a team of six dedicated staff members and a network of partners and volunteers, the organization sources an annual budget of around $250,000 from donations by individuals, grants from international organizations, and partnerships with local companies. The organization's modalities of action include concrete projects focused on personal, professional, and community development, as well as arts and culture. Rashet Kheir provides skills training, art therapy, and career development opportunities to youth, while also working on public spaces and community enhancement. The organization partners with local businesses, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations to achieve its mission. Some of its main partners include UNFPA, UN Habitat, UNODC, the Japanese Embassy, and the Australian Embassy. Rashet Kheir's work has a positive impact on Lebanese society by supporting youth and promoting community involvement and volunteerism.
At Rashet Kheir, we are dedicated to empowering marginalized communities in Lebanon through access to education, vocational training, and personal growth opportunities that promote mental health awareness and improve overall well-being. Our mission is to create a more inclusive society where every individual has the opportunity to achieve their full potential and make meaningful contributions to a socially responsible, economically inclusive, and sustainable future.
BLAST: Beautiful Lebanese Artists in Strong Times Upcycles damaged furniture and creates job opportunities in arts and crafts Promotes community engagement and provides mental health support Completed 24 restored and 48 new items, 13 wall paintings, and offered 14 psychosocial support sessions to 99 participants The Ripple: Provides vocational and recreational activities for capacity building, psychosocial support, and livelihood enhancement Administered by youth peer educators Provided 153 sessions to 911 young people Gender-based awareness sessions: Delivers awareness sessions on gender-based violence, protection from sexual exploitation and abuse, and sexual and reproductive health to students in schools and youth hubs Peer youth educators delivered 34 awareness sessions to 107 students and reached an estimated total of 557 youths Paint a Vision: Art therapy program that promotes emotional well-being and empowerment among children Had three versions: first was an event, second integrated into BLAST, and third took place at Laziza Park Drama Therapy: The theatre piece at Rashet Kheir focuses on creating a safe space for strangers to form a healthy partnership through deep self-expression. The theatrical team uses drama therapy exercises like personification, role-playing, and acting out to help volunteers discover themselves and express their feelings. The participants who mostly suffer from social anxiety and lack communication skills, express their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with their work, creating a comfortable and honest space. The outcome of the program is a special play showcasing monologues written by the participant youths, who perform in shape-shifted characters, emphasizing the openness of Liberty of expression. Tumuhat: Youth-led online platform that empowers the youth to have an active role in society Highlights thought-provoking issues influencing youth’s development across Lebanon Provides a safe space to be seen and heard Advocates for a culture of respect and acceptance, unity in diversity Urban Crossroads: A community-driven initiative that aims to revitalize underprivileged neighborhoods in Lebanon Empowers youth and promotes social cohesion Creates safe spaces for dialogue and collaboration among residents from different backgrounds Implements community-driven urban interventions, such as public space upgrades and art installations Aims to contribute to the building of a more inclusive and peaceful society in Lebanon
Rashet Kheir is committed to engaging with the community and contributing to the ALF network in Lebanon. Our organization has extensive experience in community engagement, and we believe that this expertise can benefit the network. We can share our knowledge and experience in youth-led social action, leadership development, and arts-based approaches to social change, which can be utilized in joint initiatives, projects, and events with other members of the network. Additionally, we can help connect the network with our broad network of young people, community leaders, and civil society organizations in Lebanon. Through this network, we can provide support and mentorship to emerging leaders and change-makers, strengthening the overall impact of the network on promoting intercultural dialogue, diversity, and social inclusion in Lebanon.
Rashet Kheir is committed to engaging with communities and promoting social responsibility, innovation, and entrepreneurship. We want to join the ALF network because we believe that working together with like-minded organizations and individuals will help us create meaningful change and contribute to a collective effort to promote intercultural dialogue, social inclusion, and youth empowerment. We are eager to share our expertise and experiences in community engagement and youth-led social action, and learn from other members of the network. By joining the network, we hope to foster meaningful collaborations, exchange knowledge, and contribute to building a more inclusive and diverse society.