Location
Bar Elias, LebanonCity / national level work
City level work in Bar Elias
Date Established
2013
Initiated By
Grassroots/community youth
Type of initiative
Not registered
Areas of work
Sport and LeisureNadi Al mahaba
Mission and objectives
- Uniting the town’s youth through sports, faith, and patriotism.
- Promoting sportsmanship and fostering positive values among young people.
- Mediating and resolving disputes within the community to preserve peace and harmonious relationships in the city.
Main activities with youth
Organizing football matches, bike races, and water races as well as leisure activities.
Their story
Nadi el Mahaba was founded by individuals from the town, including Lebanese, Palestinians, Iraqis, and Syrians, to bring youth together through sports activities and promote the spirit of sportsmanship. Motivated by the belief that sports can unite individuals, foster bonds, and instill love for their country, the initiative focuses on building connections and a sense of community among youth.
Constituency
The initiative works with youth of various ages and nationalities—Lebanese, Syrian, Palestinian— ranging from 14 to 25 years old.
They meet young people in a public outdoor location (for example, a street and parks).
Current management
Activities are organised by individuals of different nationalities—Lebanese, Syrians, and Palestinians—ranging in age from 30 to 50 years.
Use of digital tools
They promote their activities on Facebook, announcing the opening of club membership and the required conditions. They advertise their matches and specify the locations where they plan to hold their events.