In celebration of the International Day for Biological Diversity 2025, more than 50 students from Saint Famille Fanar and Al Doha Schools, both part of the UNESCO Associated Schools Network (ASPnet), visited the Jabal Moussa Biosphere Reserve as part of an educational initiative organized by UNESCO Beirut, in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, the Lebanese National Commission for UNESCO, and the Jabal Moussa Biosphere Reserve Association. These students, serving as eco-committee delegates in their respective schools, engaged in an immersive journey that allowed them to connect directly with nature, explore Lebanon’s unique biodiversity, and better understand the role they can play in its protection.
Throughout the day, students hiked through forested trails guided by experts, identifying native species and observing the interdependence of ecosystems. They learned how the reserve functions not only as a site of conservation but also as a model of sustainable development where people and nature coexist in harmony. Activities such as tree planting offered hands-on opportunities to contribute to ecological restoration, while discussions with environmental professionals deepened their knowledge of local challenges related to climate change, deforestation, and resource management. These interactions helped frame biodiversity not as an abstract concept, but as a living reality that shapes and sustains daily life.
