In a year marked by unprecedented challenges, SIDC’s 2025 Annual Report highlights how community-led action and dignity-first care continued to make a difference across Lebanon. Despite growing socio-economic obstacles, SIDC
In the face of an ongoing crisis, SIDC continues to stand with the most vulnerable. This document highlights our coordinated emergency response to ensure access to essential health, protection, and
In response to the ongoing emergency in Lebanon, SIDC, in collaboration with Vivre Positif, conducted a rapid needs assessment in March 2026 among 759 service users from vulnerable communities. The
A Holistic Approach to Public Health and Human Rights. In a year marked by crisis and resilience, our 2024 Annual Report highlights SIDC’s unwavering commitment to vulnerable communities across Lebanon.
A Data-Driven Look at Bullying, Peer Pressure, and Family Dynamics Adolescent and youth mental well-being is critically linked to healthy development. This report details an assessment of the psychosocial stressors
OCTOBER 2024- DECEMBER 2024 “3 Months of Urgent Response: Needs, Numbers & Impact” Between October and December 2024, SIDC mobilized its resources to deliver direct support to vulnerable communities across
SIDC Annual Report 2023 is OUT! Every click is an invitation to be part of something bigger. This report is more than just numbers and charts; it’s a story of
Our Annual Report 2022 is here! Every click is an invitation to be part of something bigger. This report is more than just numbers and charts; it’s a captivating tale
The following document presents the project that SIDC has implemented with the support of the European Union and in partnership with ACTED: Enhancing the Inclusivity of the LGBTI Community in
The following document presents the results generated from the usage of the Rights-Evidence-ACTion (REAct) tool developed by Frontline AIDS and used by Society For Inclusion and Development in communities and
This study was drafted for the fulfilment of the project “Enhancing the Inclusivity of the LGBTI Community in Workplaces in Lebanon” and aimed at assessing the attitudes towards the LGBTQI+
Know & get your rights! As part of the first phase of the Speak Up project (2015-2016), 50 PLHIV reported various violations to their rights in multiple settings: healthcare, family
This is the first phase of the project conducted by SIDC, Vivre Positif (VP), and a coalition of 14 NGOs in 2016 with the help of the US Embassy and
Qualitative Assessment Report with Women who Have Experienced Discrimination at Workplace Stigma and discrimination against vulnerable women, most notably those who are engaged in sex for money, ex-prisoners, substance users,
For over 30 years, SIDC has been working tirelessly to support the vulnerable populations through providing free social, health and mental-health services, implementing outreach and life-skills activities, conducting studies to
SIDC in 2020: An exceptional journey in unprecedented times! In this inaugural annual report, you will find a comprehensive overview of the organization’s key programs, campaigns and capabilities in an
We believe in a society free from stigma and discrimination! This triennial report highlights programmes, campaigns and achievements in a forward-looking narrative that represents SIDC approaches and priorities and strategic
In the face of an ongoing crisis, SIDC continues to stand with the most vulnerable. This document highlights our coordinated emergency response to ensure access to essential health, protection, and
In response to the ongoing emergency in Lebanon, SIDC, in collaboration with Vivre Positif, conducted a rapid needs assessment in March 2026 among 759 service users from vulnerable communities. The
16 يومًا لمناهضة العنف ضدّ النساء والفتيات: “التزام SIDC في مواجهة جميع أشكال العنف، بما فيها الرقمي”
بيان SIDC: حملة الـ16 يومًا لمناهضة العنف القائم على النوع الاجتماعي 2025 تُطلق جمعية العناية الصحيّة للتنمية المجتمعية الشاملة (SIDC) بيانها الرسمي لحملة الـ16 يومًا لمناهضة العنف القائم على النوع
الوصول إلى خدمات الصحّة النفسية في حالات الكوارث والطوارئ بمناسبة اليوم العالمي للصحة النفسية، تؤكّد جمعية العناية الصحية للتنمية المجتمعية الشاملة (SIDC) التزامها بدعم الصحة النفسية كجزء أساسي من الاستجابة
Real stories. Hidden pain. Enduring hope. This powerful collection brings together 40 deeply personal stories of individuals in Lebanon who have faced stigma, violence, addiction, incarceration, HIV, then identity-based rejection.
A Practical Guide to Supporting Teenagers with Compassion, Communication, and Care This guide, titled “الأسرة تصنع الفرق” (The Family Makes the Difference), is designed to equip parents and caregivers with
بمناسبة اليوم العالمي لمناهضة العنف ضد المرأة الموافق ل 25 تشرين الثاني/ نوفمبر، وانطلاق حملة 16 يو مًا من النشاط لمناهضة العنف القائم على النوع الإجتماعي، تؤكد جمعية العناية الصحية
Project “Enhanced Response to Sexual and Reproductive Health in Akkar for Women and Girls”. In the period from June 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023, with the support of the
The Society for Inclusion and Development in Communities and Care for All (SIDC) is a Lebanese non-profit organization that works to help people who are often marginalized and stigmatized. In
بالتزامن مع اليوم العالمي لحملة “ندعم ولا نعاقب” ونتيجةً للأزمات المستمرّة في لبنان للسنو الرابعة على التوالي، تدعو الجمعيات والمنظمات الموّقعة على هذا البيان إلى الحاجة الملحّة لإعادة النظر بالسياسات
تتعرّض الفئات الأكثر عرضة والأشخاص المتعايشين مع فيروس نقص المناعة البشري/الإيدز إلى انتهاكات عدة في لبنان وذلك على كافة المستويات الحياتية أبرزها الوصم والتمييز. يستتبع ذلك حرمان أولئك من العديد
Within the framework of the EU funded project titled “Enhancing the Inclusivity of the LGBTI Community in Workplaces in Lebanon”, a document entailing guidelines for an inclusive social work practice
This booklet was written by frontline workers. Frontliners are community health workers who have a close understanding of their community and the geographical areas. Due to this trusting relationship, they
Within the framework of the EU funded project titled “Enhancing the Inclusivity of the LGBTI Community in Workplaces in Lebanon”, a study was developed, aiming to better understand the set
This toolkit aims to assist Lebanese Human Resources Professionals in building more inclusive and fair environments for their employees in general, and LGBTI individuals in particular. It provides them with
دليل تنفيذيّ توعويّ إيمانا منها بأهميّة تأثير القادة الدينيّين على التغيير السلوكي المجتمعي والقيم المجتمعيّة، ودورهم الأساسيّ في نشر التوعية وتصويب الأفكار المغلوطة والتخفيف من الأحكام المسبقة والصور النمطيّة، أقامت
This study was conducted through a coalition of CSOs and institutions who work directly or indirectly with Women Engaged in Sex for Money (WSM) – Dar El Amal and AJEM
Within the framework of the Global Fund “Nadoum Programme”, SIDC mapped out the social and financial barriers that key populations (KPs) and PLHIV face before or while they access HIV
تأتي هذه الورقة بمبادرة من جمعية العناية الصحية في لبنان التي تُولى منذ أن تأسست، اهتمامها لقضايا الفئات الأكثر تهميشًا في المجتمع اللبناني من خلال استراتيجيات متنوعة. تندرج الورقة ضمن
Aging with HIV: Responding to the Needs and Challenges of PLHIV in Lebanon According to the global reports, the prevalence of HIV among older adults (>50 years old) is increasing and
مركز معتمد من وزارة الصحة ولجنة مكافحة الإدمان كانت جمعية العناية الصحية للتنمية المجتمعية الشاملة أول من ساهم في وضع وتعديل القانون المتعلق بالمخدرات عام 1996 كما كانت أول من
For the past 35 years, SIDC has been concerned for the health of young people in Lebanon, especially the most marginalized groups among them. SIDC has been involved in providing
The ImPOWER project – “Educate, Engage, Empower”, which is implemented by SIDC with the support of UNICEF in Lebanon with the aim of educating and empowering youth. This project, in
Mental Health and Social Work go hand in hand. As a matter of fact, social determinants such as poverty, education, employment, and conflict are among the most influential in shaping
The overall objective of the project implemented by SIDC, is to reduce the risk of gender based violence (GBV) amongst individuals from the LGBTQI+ community residing in Lebanon; By a
Pharmacies play a major role in the provision of harm reduction services and advice worldwide. Community pharmacies are considered one of the most accessible service providers to People Who Use
(X) is committed to creating an equal and inclusive work environment. Equal opportunity employment will be available regardless of gender, disability status, sexual orientation, and human immunodeficiency virus (“HIV”) status,
This report describes the specific characteristics of the current Needle and Syringe Programs including different components, settings, delivery methods, barriers, challenges, legal aspects and others. It includes also the barriers
Association (LDSA), and Justice Without Frontiers (JWF) implemented a project funded by the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) for Inclusive Employment entitled “Identify, Interpret, and Respond”. The overall objectives
First of all I want to thank you, SIDC, for the help that you have offered, I am a whole new and different person after the therapy that I got.
MMG is a Syrian 24-year-old man who has fled his home country because he was receiving several threats regarding his sexual orientation and was physically abused by his father. Upon
In the early summer of 2022, we were in Mar Mikhael, and a young lady (23yo) approached us curious about the activity being conducted. She was greeted by one of
When I first started, I was really worried about how to stop, but I was so exhausted and tired from the struggles and the hardships of prison. My body couldn’t
I wonder how other people try to determine your gender identity and sexual orientation. I am neither aware of how people think of nor of what they say about me
I will be retiring in about 10 years. Well, in fact, I will not retire since I do not work. In a word, I am literally unemployed. I have always
Is being homosexual an unforgivable crime? What crime did I commit to deserve to be cast aside and left alone? These are the questions that are haunting the young Syrian
A boy was born in a small family and was named Rami. He is the second youngest in his family. Today, Rami refuses to use his real name and decides
I am a woman. I am a woman who feels and thinks the same way any other woman would. I am a woman even when I think about my future.
What did he do wrong? Elie did not know. He felt sad and depressed and thus decided to emigrate and leave everything behind in order to overcome his pain. Elie
Being in the gray area is not cakewalk. It presents a great challenge. Either we are male or female. No one can force me or anyone else like me to
Daniella: “Tomorrow will be a better day! I will not allow anyone to put me down. That is why, I shrugged off the cruel criticism about my gender identity.” Daniella
Radwan: “Finding a decent job was impossible just because I am homosexual!” Is being homosexual an unforgivable crime? What crime did I commit to deserve to be cast aside and
Emanuel: “I am homosexual! Everyone accepts me the way I am, and I create my own happiness!” Emanuel is content with and proud of being homosexual; he is at peace
