June 26 is the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. On this occasion we ask you to join us and speak up against this cruel practice that continues to plague Lebanon and many other countries.
You Can Join us by Participating in a Photo-Petition and in a Public Event
>>Public Event
We are pleased to invite you on June 26th at 4:00 p.m. to a public event organised by the associations Restart, Al Karama for Human Rights, Alef-act for human rights, AJEM (Justice and Mercy Association), and CLDH (Lebanese Center for Human Rights).
The event will feature films and discussions, as well...
Join us for a "picnic festival" in 13 locations around Beirut, to demand the reopening of Horsh Beirut to all! A coalition of 12 NGOs will take over specific locations and turn them into a green space for a day! (see list of locations below)
Why is Horsh Beirut so important?
It is the largest green space in Beirut.It is public property, and belongs to us ALL. Yet it has been CLOSED to the public for more than TWENTY years, and only a few people are granted access to it.
After completing the renovation of Horsh Beirut ten years ago, the Municipality of Beirut has not yet opened it to the public...
