PLANBEE plants the seeds of environmental awareness in Lebanon — one young mind at a time!

As part of the preparations for World Bee Day of 20th May, the PLANBEE Project team in Lebanon, led by the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Zahle and …

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18/05/2026
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As part of the preparations for World Bee Day of 20th May, the PLANBEE Project team in Lebanon, led by the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Zahle and Bekaa (CCIAZ), is preparing to launch its first environmental public event titled “PLANBEE Planting Day.” The event will take place on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, in Zahle.

Organised in collaboration with Saints Coeurs Zahle Rassieh and Sainte Famille Zahle, the initiative will bring together young students in an interactive educational experience designed to raise awareness about the critical role bees play in protecting biodiversity, supporting food systems, and strengthening the economic resilience of rural communities.

Educating children and young people about bees from an early age is increasingly important. Bees are among the world’s most essential pollinators, contributing significantly to food production, ecosystem health, and environmental balance. Yet their populations continue to face growing threats from climate change, habitat loss, pollution, and unsustainable practices. By introducing school-age children to these issues through hands-on experiences, PLANBEE aims to nurture environmental responsibility from an early stage and inspire younger generations to become active stewards of nature. Building awareness early helps children better understand the connection between biodiversity, sustainable agriculture, rural livelihoods, and their own future.

Through experiential learning activities, students will have the opportunity to discover the fascinating world of bees while understanding their broader environmental and economic value. The event will feature:

  • An introduction to the world of bees for young explorers, including the opportunity to observe live beehives and taste different varieties of honey.
  • A live honey soap production station, demonstrating how bee-related products can create added value and support local entrepreneurship.
  • Ecological rehabilitation activities, including the planting of native, bee-friendly seedlings in the gardens of both participating schools to help create healthier habitats for pollinators.

Through initiatives such as “PLANBEE Planting Day,” the PLANBEE project continues to promote environmental stewardship, sustainable beekeeping, and stronger connections between local communities and the natural ecosystems they depend on. By engaging young people today, the project is helping cultivate a generation that better understands the importance of protecting bees — and the future they help sustain.

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18/05/2026