Movement Building and Advocacy

SAWA (n): derived from the Arabic word for 'together,' symbolizes unity and collective action.

One of many activities that feed into the pipeline of national advocacy activities is the SAWA Focus Groups. School leaders gather online biweekly for cross-regional knowledge exchange, mentorship and support based on shared experiences. Even more, they cultivate a sense of belonging, shared purpose and a commitment to mutual growth.

Along the way, school leaders are building capacity in advocacy-related skills and planning for discourse with think tanks and thought leaders to ultimately provide recommendations for structural reform.

School administrator
"Discussing the outcomes of our values compass has been crucial for strategic planning, helping us embed these values more effectively within our school community."
A member of the teaching staff
"Our school's progress is strongly tied to the trust the community places in us, a trust we nurture through continuous engagement and communication."

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