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List of Achievements

  1. Empowering Futures: From humble beginnings in 2014, Connect Children Now has blossomed in Beirut, Lebanon, into a network of 18 socio-educational centers. We serve as beacons of hope for vulnerable children, including those displaced, affected by war, poverty, refugees, and even street and working children.
  2. Touching Lives on a Grand Scale: From initially aiding 800 children, we’ve now extended our care to an astonishing 21,000 children, ensuring they have a brighter future.
  3. Building Capacity, Changing Lives: Our dedication has transformed not just children but also our instructors, educators, and social workers. We’ve empowered over 100 individuals through capacity-building programs.
  4. Digital Outreach: We’ve stepped into the digital age with a stunning website that showcases our mission and impact.
  5. Shining on social media: Our presence on social media has skyrocketed, spreading our message of hope far and wide.
  6. Media’s Gaze: We’ve not only captured the hearts but also the attention of national print and TV media, magnifying our impact.
  7. Incredible Education: Our unique non-formal educational and mental health program, “Incredible Me,” is shaping young minds for a brighter future.
  8. A Waldorf Touch: We’ve embraced Waldorf Education, infusing it into all our centers to nurture holistic development.
  9. Healing Hearts and Minds: We’ve provided crucial psycho-social support to Syrian, Palestinian, and displaced Lebanese individuals living in camps and settlements.
  10. Nourishing Dreams: Through food parcels and school materials, we’ve touched the lives of countless children, ensuring they don’t go to bed hungry and have the tools to learn.
  11. Global Alliances: We’ve expanded our reach by joining the Regional Movement Defense Children International, uniting with like-minded organizations across continents.
  12. Child Advocates: Strengthening children’s rights and safety policies on four continents, we’re paving the way for a safer world for the young.
  13. Global Voices: We united youth and legal professionals from eight countries in the MENA region for the first Defense Children International Conference on Access to Justice and Child Participation.
  14. Gender Equality Champions: Tackling gender challenges head-on, we’re making strides towards a more equitable region.
  15. Empowering Youth: Through regional capacity-building initiatives, we’re empowering young girls and boys to advocate for their rights and hold stakeholders accountable.
  16. Storytelling Magic: We’re empowering girls to share their stories through film, giving them a powerful voice.
  17. Government Engagement: Through “She Leads,” we’re activating government entities to create electoral bylaws and governance structures that support girls.
  18. Early Education Pioneers: We’ve established seven Early Childhood Education Centers, laying the foundation for lifelong learning.
  19. Mainstream Integration: We’ve successfully integrated approximately 900 out-of-school children into mainstream education, impacting 9,000 children over a decade.
  20. Global Outreach: After the Aleppo earthquake, we extended our support, providing first aid and social support to Syrian people.
  21. Art for Awareness: Through street theater, we’re raising awareness of social issues affecting women and children, captivating audiences with our performances.
  22. Musical Triumphs: We’ve not only established four girls’ music bands but also supported the development of the first female conductor.
  23. Mental Health Revolution: We pioneered a blended method, combining physical and virtual approaches, to address mental health through our “Incredible Me” program.
  24. Play for All: We’ve built a sports facility near a refugee camp in Beirut subusrbs, training seven dedicated trainers and hosting 300 children weekly, fostering a love for sports.
  25. Crafting Dreams: Initiating women workshops, we’re empowering refugee women to design and produce handmade artifacts, increasing family incomes.
  26. Empowering Women: We’re supporting refugee women in marketing their handcrafted products, creating economic independence.
  27. Cultural Exchange: Our staff has been enriched through international cultural exchange programs in Geneva, Jordan, Tunisia, Mauritania, Egypt, Syria, and Greece.
  28. Festivals of Joy: We organize three spectacular children’s festivals each year, filled with art and recreational activities that bring smiles to young faces.
  29. Legal Guardians: We’ve established a socio-legal defense center, providing essential legal aid and counseling to refugees and children in contact with the law.
  30. Educational Publications: We’ve published materials for early childhood education in Lebanon; ensuring quality learning resources are accessible.
  31. Advocacy for Justice: Collaborating with regional offices, we’ve conducted a pioneering study on gaps in Arab laws preventing access to child-friendly justice.
  32. Honoring Heroes: We celebrated our 90-year-old founder’s lifetime achievement with an annual event that united all contributors.
  33. Inclusive Future: We’re champions of inclusion, supporting children with special needs and learning difficulties in all our programs, ensuring no one is left behind.