Japanese Ambassador Magoshi attends ceremony of solar power system to training and autism centres in Lebanon
The initiative was supported through Japan's Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Program (GGP).
The ceremony was held in the presence of Rima Frangieh, Founder of Al Midan and NAC; Lamia Yammine, Executive Director of Al Midan, and Former Minister of Labor; Sabine Saad, Executive Director of NAC; Pierro Doueihy, President of the Municipality of Zgharta-Ehden; and Bassam Haykal, President of the Union of Municipalities of Zgharta.
Al Midan is providing various training opportunities for vulnerable people in Zgharta, North Lebanon, while the North Autism Center has been serving youth with autism and other special needs in the region through specialized sessions and learning opportunities.
Given the pivotal roles both centers have played in the region, Japan supported Al Midan with a solar panel system to help address the centers' pressing need for stable energy supply, which allowed them to increase the number of students and enhance the learning environment.
During the ceremony, Ambassador MAGOSHI highlighted Japan's recent support for solar power projects across Lebanon in various sectors and emphasized the importance of this initiative.
He also reiterated Japan's unwavering commitment to supporting Lebanon's education sector to help Lebanon overcome the ongoing socio-economic challenges.
In return, Rima expressed deep gratitude for the Japanese support, emphasizing the vital role this solar energy system plays in sustaining services at both centers.
She highlighted how the reliable energy supply has already begun to improve the learning conditions for children with special needs and enhance access to essential training programs for the community.
She also reaffirmed the organization's commitment to creating inclusive and resilient spaces for all.
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