Funded by The Zovighian Partnership
Funded by The Zovighian Partnership (Cycle 1) and implemented in collaboration with the Lebanese Youth Network, the Sheghel Dayati project aimed to economically empower women and support their journey toward financial independence. Running from November 2021 to November 2023, the project targeted Lebanese, Syrian, and Palestinian women, as well as minority groups and persons with disabilities, all over the age of 18, residing in El-Khoder village, its surrounding areas, and Baalbek city.
The project provided women with hands-on vocational training in food processing, cake making, crochet, and embroidery. Over the course of two years, 225 women participated in nine in-depth training programs, with the majority being Lebanese, followed by Syrian, Palestinian, and minority participants. Alongside the practical training, the project integrated awareness sessions focusing on women’s rights to inheritance and property. These sessions were designed to help participants understand how to claim and protect their economic rights and manage them effectively. Additionally, 100 women received individual legal consultations related to inheritance issues, helping them navigate legal challenges and empowering them to stand up for their rights.
To amplify the message, a public awareness campaign was carried out through social media platforms as well as traditional media outlets including television, radio, and online newspapers. This campaign aimed to normalize the conversation around inheritance rights and reduce the stigma associated with women’s ownership and economic agency. In parallel, the project created a platform to promote and sell the products of over 70 women, enabling them to reach customers across Lebanon and improve their income. As a result, 12 women were able to establish their own small businesses, achieving a significant step toward financial independence.
One of the project’s most impactful activities was a theatrical performance titled “Ghazl Lbanat,” which highlighted women’s right to inheritance in a creative and engaging format. The performance was presented to school students, reaching an audience of approximately 500 young people and sparking critical reflection on the importance of gender equality and justice from an early age.
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