Jbeil Hosts Engaging Nature and Conservation Conference

Jbeil, 24 January – A diverse group of 50 participants from different regions and professions gathered on Saturday January 24, 2026 to attend a thought-provoking conference organised by Maison du Tourisme, under the administration of Stephanie Nader. The audience included students, educators, researchers, and nature enthusiasts, all eager to learn from leading experts in the field.

The event featured five distinguished specialists: Ramy Khashab, herpetology expert; Christie Atallah, conservation biologist and botanist; Shady El Indari, zoologist; Sandra Sleiman, mycologist; and Dr. Michel Sawan, president of the Lebanese Association for Migratory Birds. Each speaker delivered engaging presentations, sharing insights into wildlife, plants, fungi, and migratory birds.

Feedback from the audience was overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the Jbeil Municipality and Maison du Tourisme for organizing the event and fostering dialogue on nature conservation.

Attendees highlighted the value of bringing together experts and community members from diverse backgrounds to raise awareness and share knowledge.

The conference reinforced Jbeil’s role as a hub for environmental education and demonstrated the organizers’ commitment to supporting initiatives that inspire learning and conservation across the region.