At a glance
Human dignity and solidarity in action since 1979.
Amel Association is a civil, non-sectarian organization that has worked in Lebanon for more than 45 years to advocate for the rights of all, particularly vulnerable Lebanese communities, refugees and migrants.
Who we are
A rights-based humanitarian response centered on dignity.
Human dignity and solidarity are at the core of Amel’s humanitarian response, supported by a commitment to accountability, sustainability, impartiality, neutrality, gender sensitivity and transparency.
Through an integrated network of centers, mobile clinics and outreach units, Amel works alongside communities to expand access to essential services while promoting equal rights and social justice.
A holistic, integrated model designed to protect dignity and provide
quality support across Lebanon.
Our work
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Seventeen programs supporting people and communities.
Amel provides a holistic and integrated model for human dignity through quality humanitarian support across the following areas:
Access to Primary Health Care
Support to Migrant Workers
Combatting Human Trafficking
Support to Refugees
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Child Protection
Education
Livelihood and Income-Generating Activities
Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equity
Youth Empowerment and Leadership
Food Security
Support to Older People
Amel House of Human Rights
Mental Health
Agricultural Sustainability
Environmental Sustainability and Climate Change
Social Stability
Our vision
Innovative change, equal rights and active citizenship.
Amel Association International believes in an innovative vision of change and a non-discriminatory approach, with a strong commitment to citizenship and equal rights. Amel’s optimistic spirit is rooted in participation with all stakeholders and in a positive vision of humanity.
“Principles defining a position that we put into practice.” Amel’s 3P watchword
Awards and recognition
Recognized nationally and internationally.
Special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and
Social Council (UN ECOSOC).
Member of the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT).
Nominated as a Civil Society Organization Champion with observer
status at the International Organization for Migration in 2017.
Board member of the International Council of Voluntary Associations
(ICVA).
Associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information.
Member of humanitarian networks, including the Core Humanitarian
Standard initiative for accountability and quality.
Recipient of the UNHCR–Big Heart Foundation award for supporting
refugees in 2019.
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