Jouzour 2025

Jouzour 2025 was envisioned as a five-week immersive journey through Lebanon, a chance for young members of the Lebanese diaspora to reconnect with their roots and engage with local communities and meaningful service. While the escalation of regional hostilities led to the cancellation of the in-person program, the spirit of Jouzour remained unshaken. We quickly pivoted to a vibrant online edition that fostered deep dialogue, creative expression, and lasting connections across borders. What began as a setback became a testament to the resilience of our community and to the power of shared purpose, wherever we may be.

In true Jouzour spirit, we pivoted swiftly to Plan B: an online version of the program. Thanks to the generous collaboration of AUB, LAU, and UOB, we hosted a series of engaging virtual sessions. Participants also took part in dynamic writing workshops (online and in-person) that deepened reflection and connection.

Some of the Jouzour participants decided to come to Lebanon despite of everything that was happening in the region. Here under their own responsibility, L&B’s team guided them during their stay.

Yearbook Jouzour 2025

Jouzour 2025 Online Program Overview

Lebanon & Beyond have curated a dynamic online program that brought together a diverse range of lectures, discussions, and expert-led sessions. Designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of Lebanon and the broader region, the program explored historical, social, economic, and cultural dimensions through an interdisciplinary lens.

The sessions were led by academics, practitioners, and partner organizations, creating a space for critical dialogue and meaningful exchange.

The program included:

  • History of Lebanon

  • Conference with the Arab Institute for Women (AIW)

  • Media and Gender in the Middle East

  • The Lebanese Economy

  • Contemporary Lebanon

  • Religions in Lebanon

  • Writing Workshops

Jouzour 2025 Competition

The Jouzour Competition was originally designed as an in-person initiative, inviting participants to develop projects during their time in Lebanon. As the program moved online, we chose to maintain the competition and thoughtfully adapt it to this new format.

The competition invited Jouzouris to transform their connection to Lebanon into meaningful, impact-driven projects; whether through art, research, entrepreneurship, or social initiatives. It is a space to reflect, create, and contribute, bridging personal identity with collective purpose.

As part of this edition, we were proud to award two outstanding projects with prize funding to support their development:

  • Lorca Torbey (France, 24 y.o.) – Social impact / Legal sector: Through her podcast “Connected Horizons,” Lorca highlights the journeys of women in the legal field across the Middle East. Building on this initiative, she is launching a competition to support Lebanese students studying law in France, creating opportunities and fostering cross-border connections.

  • Luana Fakhourie (Canada, 23 y.o.) – Environmental & community health: Through her project “Teta’s Garden,” Luana is creating a community-based medicinal herb garden in Boqaata (Chouf, Lebanon). The initiative aims to provide access to natural remedies, promote traditional knowledge, and create a shared space for community healing through workshops and planting activities, benefiting both people and the local ecosystem.