Our History
- Le Foyer de l’Amitié is a social center founded in 1979 in Zahlé, the capital of the Beqaa, by the Basilian Salvatorian Religious Order, whose Superior General is Father Sleiman Abou Zeid. (The Order takes its name from Saint Basil and Jesus the Savior. It is part of the Melkite Catholic Church, religious, missionary, clerical, with three vows, of pontifical right and papal exemption).
- Le Foyer de l’Amitié is a Lebanese non-governmental organization, officially recognized as being of public utility by the Lebanese State (Decree-Law No. 2212). Since 1979, it has been working with the populations of Lebanon, and especially the Beqaa, who are the most disadvantaged.
Our Values
- Humanity: We are committed to treating all individuals with dignity and respect, without any discrimination based on race, religion, or sectarian affiliation.
- Neutrality and Independence: We uphold neutrality in line with our organization’s mission and maintain independence from any political, financial, or military pressures.
- Transparency: We ensure full transparency in all our projects and activities, both internal and external.
- Justice: We strive to promote fairness and equality for all, including both staff members and beneficiaries.
- Excellence and Creativity: We are committed to high professional standards, delivering quality services while fostering creativity in all our initiatives.
- Networking: We believe in the importance of collaboration and actively build partnerships with other humanitarian and charitable organizations.