At the heart of nafda’s mission is grassroots advocacy. We believe in driving change from the ground up by mobilizing communities and empowering local changemakers. A crucial element of this approach is investing in school principals, equipping them with the skills and knowledge gained through our initiatives. By strengthening their leadership and expanding their learnings, these principals become catalysts for impact beyond their immediate communities, leading to broader, systemic change. More details will soon follow on how we amplify voices and translate collective action into meaningful transformation.
Learning Forums
Our forums provide a platform for engaging discussions on pressing topics related to our programs, as well educational issues like purpose and policy, AI in schools and how to cope with war trauma.Open to the public, these forums invite diverse perspectives to foster collaboration and idea-sharing around key educational challenges and solutions. Watch our previous sessions and subscribe to our series here.
Highlights and Resources From Past Events
Artificial Intelligence and Education Reform
How can Artificial Intelligence (AI) accelerate education reform in Lebanon?
Panelists:
- Mr. Bassel Jalaleddine, Founder and CEO, eFlow.ai
- Mrs. Randa Mikati, Senior Edtech Specialist
- Mr. Haitham Saab, Co-Founder and President, Tatweer Baladna
- Mr. Christophe Zoghbi, Founder and CEO, Zaka
STEAM Education and Maker Mindset
Topic: How can STEAM education equip students in Lebanon with the necessary 21st century skills to become successful innovators and citizens?
Panelists:
- Mr. Salim Eddé, Co-Founder, Murex
- Dr. Mohamad Harb, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering, American University of Beirut
- Fr. Boulos Koussa, Principal, École Nationale Orthodoxe-Rahbe
- Ghia Abou Mjahed, Student, Maroun Abboud Public Secondary School-Aley