Alwan Junior aims to empower the generations of young students in Lebanon to embody and promote respect for others, the importance of having an open mind, and resistance to sectarian attitudes, contributing to greater social cohesion. Therefore, the project is contextualized within an inclusive educational framework; by mobilizing young students aged 9 to 11 (Grades 3,4 and 5) in private schools and Syrian and Palestinian refugee centers to engage in a one-year program to gain capacities that allow them to: compare various aspects of different religions, develop analytical skills, and engage positively with persons from other religions and beliefs.
ABOUT THE PROJECT
The project will also empower school educators to deliver the Alwan Junior curriculum and will share its values and dynamic with key educational stakeholders in Lebanon for potential endorsement public schools.
GOAL
Citizenship and Coexistence, Quality Education , Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions , Partnerships for the Goals
BENEFICIARIES
Students (Grade 3 – 4 – 5)
DURATION
September 2023 – August 2024
COUNTRY
Lebanon
Impact and Outcomes
Impact: Generations of young students in Lebanon grow up to embody and promote respect for others, the importance of having an open mind, and resistance to sectarian attitudes, contributing to greater social cohesion.
Outcome 1: Young people who participate in Alwan Junior Grade 3, 4, are empowered to feel comfortable in their religious beliefs and to discuss these with others; demonstrate a shift in attitude from fear of the ‘other’ to appreciation and respect for different faiths and viewpoints; and are empowered to refuse to stand by when acts of discrimination are taking place around them.
Outcome 2: Educators are skilled and empowered to deliver the Alwan Junior curriculum.
Outcome 3: Young people who participate in Alwan Junior Grade 5 demonstrate a capacity to compare different aspects of various religions; possess analytical skills concerning religions and beliefs; and are empowered to engage positively with diversity.
CONTACT PERSON
mayssam@adyanfoundation.org
Mayssam ImadHead of Education Unit
