Location
Bar Elias, LebanonCity / national level work
National with a local presence in Bar Elias
Initiated By
Religious entity
Type of initiative
Registered as an NGO
Areas of work
Health and mental health, Relief, ReligionHay’at Al Ighatha – Dar Al Fatwa
Mission and objectives
- Providing social assistance and relief to marginalized groups through targeted support programs.
- Promoting humanitarian, human development, and environmental projects for the benefit of others.
- Designing and implementing business plans, projects, and training programs to enhance relief work and expand its reach.
- Participating in international seminars, conferences, and workshops to strengthen charitable efforts across borders.
- Embracing contemporary needs and technological advancements to improve the effectiveness of charity work.
- Building lasting partnerships with relief organizations and collaborating with civil and international groups to achieve mutual goals.
- Innovating fundraising strategies to attract and maintain donor trust and support.
- Engaging youth in volunteer work and fostering cooperation with other organizations to amplify impact.
- Highlighting the value of volunteerism as a core element of charity work and showcasing its humanitarian benefits.
Main activities with youth
Distribution of meals and food assistance during Ramadan and Eid al-Adha.
Skills and livelihood development workshops- In-kind donation program (providing basic necessities).
Their story
Hay’at Al Ighatha—Dar Al Fatwa was established by a prominent religious leader. The group is guided by principles of neutrality, impartiality, and respect for human rights. Its aim is to provide relief to the poor and needy.
Constituency
Youth are relied upon for distributing provisions and in-kind assistance. For these activities, young people typically range between 18 and 30 years old.
They meet young people at their own centre or in a public outdoor location (e.g., a street, park).
Use of digital tools
Active on social media where they share activities and achievements.