arcenciel USA

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OUR MISSION

arcenciel USA is a non-profit organization providing a bridge for US-based individuals, institutions and corporations to connect with and support Lebanon’s most underprivileged and marginalized communities, regardless of religion, political affiliation, ethinicity or nationality.

arcenciel USA supports these at-risk communities through its partner arcenciel Lebanon, a NGO which provides focused programming on youth empowerment, mobility and health, sustainable agriculture and environment, responsible tourism and social support services.

arcenciel USA was founded in January 2016 and is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit in the state of New York.

OUR PARTNER IN LEBANON

arcenciel Lebanon

Since 1985, arcenciel Lebanon has been working tirelessly to better the lives of every person in need. With twelve centers across Lebanon, this non-sectarian, a-political NGO focuses its efforts on 5 core programs: Mobility & Health, Education & Employment for Youth, Social Support & Housing, Sustainable Agriculture & Environment, and Responsible Tourism. Adhering to the principles of sustainable development, arcenciel emphasizes the social and economic integration of marginalized people and communities back into society. It believes that every person, no matter the gravity of their disability or disadvantage, is capable of contributing to the communities in which they live.

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OUR CURRENT PRIORITIES

Since the massive explosion at the port of Beirut on August 2020, the economic situation in Lebanon has continued to deteriorate. More than half the population is living below the poverty line and families are facing trouble accessing basic needs such as food, drinking water, healthcare, heating, electricity and other basic necessities.

Through its 12 community centers, arcenciel continues to provide humanitarian services that have become critical to beneficiaries across Lebanon. The Humanitarian Relief initiative aims at maintaining the operation of those centers.

Learn more about the Humanitarian Relief initiative

The severe economic and health crises that Lebanon is currently facing are directly impacting the education sector. Student drop-out rates, especially in marginalized households, are increasing as the cost of attending school is becoming prohibitive. Covid related school shutdowns and lack of access to computers and the internet are further exacerbating the situation, making school attendance almost impossible for a large number of students.

The Bank To School initiative facilitates access to quality education for children across Lebanon.

Learn more about the Bank To School initiative

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SUMMER AWARENESS PROGRAM

arcenciel’s Summer Awareness Program is a volunteer abroad program specifically designed for US-based high school students seeking an exciting opportunity in Lebanon. Our culturally rich educational program is designed to open each participant’s eyes to the inner workings of a social enterprise, giving them the opportunity to actively participate in on-going projects and to forge meaningful connections with underserved and vulnerable communities in Lebanon.

Through guided group sessions, students openly discuss their new experiences and, along with their peers, develop ideas and question their surroundings.

For more information on the summer awareness program or to register your interest, contact us at arcencielusa@arcenciel.org.