DPNA About Us
Development For People And Nature Association

Committed to People.
Dedicated to Nature.
Rooted in Lebanon.

Since 2003, DPNA has championed sustainable community development, emergency humanitarian relief, and youth-led civic leadership across all Lebanese territories.

Established 2003 Independent Secular NGO Headquarters in Sidon, Lebanon
About Us

Development is our MAIN GOAL

Established in 2003, we are a non-governmental independent, grassroots-led organization based in Lebanon that promotes sustainable development for people and nature.

Grassroots-Led Action

Mobilized by dedicated local activists responsive to urgent on-the-ground needs.

Nationwide Reach

Operational field hubs active across South Lebanon, Beirut, Mount Lebanon, and Bekaa.

Secular & Inclusive Principles

Upholding equal rights and human dignity without political, religious, or social bias.

DPNA In the Field
20+
Years of Experience 2003 - 2026
Vision

A Resilient, Just Society Living in Harmony with Nature

A non-violent democratic society where all individuals enjoy their rights and freedoms without discrimination.
Mission

Mobilizing Communities & Driving Grassroots Change

To empower, mobilize, and enable citizens to change and meet the needs of the communities, as individuals and/or groups, specifically the marginalized communities in rural, bordered, and poverty areas, through human rights-based approach.
Values

The Principles That Guide Every Action

Our work is rooted in shared humanitarian principles, uncompromised integrity, and an enduring respect for nature and human dignity.

  • Freedom
  • Justice and Equality
  • Human Solidarity
  • Non-Violence
  • Transparency

Those are the basis upon which DPNA builds its partnerships on the local, regional and international levels.

Pillars

Pillars & Scope of work

Our four core strategic directions driving community impact, civic justice, and environmental resilience across Lebanon.

Pillar 01

Socio-Economic Development

Livelihoods & Youth Innovation
  • Youth & women entrepreneurship funding and incubation
  • Market-driven vocational training and livelihood skills
  • Community innovation spaces (e.g. Jezzine Hub)
  • Rural economic resilience and green job generation
15+ Active Programs
Pillar 02

Good Governance

Civic Space & Peacebuilding
  • Municipal leadership, transparency & capacity building
  • Youth civic empowerment and public advocacy
  • Conflict resolution, social cohesion and non-violence
  • Strengthening civil society networks in 200+ villages
200+ Municipalities
Pillar 03

Environment & Nature

Ecological Resilience
  • Reforestation, wildfire prevention and biodiversity
  • Sustainable water, solid waste and green resource systems
  • Community green zones and youth eco-stewardship
  • Climate adaptation in rural and bordered Lebanese regions
25+ Green Initiatives
Pillar 04

Human Dignity & Relief

Humanitarian Crisis Response
  • Immediate emergency response for internally displaced families
  • Shelter rehabilitation and urgent winterization support
  • Food security, hot meals and essential nutritional aid
  • Dignity kits, health protection and clean water (WASH)
100,000+ Assisted
DPNA

About Us in numbers

20+
Years of Experience
50+
Staff Members
1,000+
Our Volunteers
100k+
Beneficiaries Reached
Accountability & Governance

Committed to Institutional Integrity & Public Transparency

DPNA operates under independent, secular governance with annual external financial audits, rigorous international donor compliance, and published narrative impact reports.

Reports Board Members Guides
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Whether as a volunteer in field response, an institutional partner, or an active supporter, your engagement transforms communities.

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