“The PSDP program gave me the structure and mentorship I needed to transform Alchemist from a concept into a thriving business. The hands-on support and market access were invaluable.”
Stephan El Mur
Founder, Alchemist
PSDP — Gender-Sensitive Business Support
“The Women Do Business Experience program empowered me with the confidence and skills to build Equilibre. From business planning to the pitch competition, every step pushed me to grow as an entrepreneur.”
Kawthar Alawa
Founder, Equilibre
PSDP — Women Do Business Experience
“Pitching my business idea in front of a jury was terrifying, but the training I received gave me the skills to present with confidence. The experience opened doors I never imagined possible.”
Viviane Philip
Entrepreneur
My First Business
“The community kitchen in Chouf is more than a place to eat — it's where we heal. After being displaced, I found community, learned new skills, and regained hope. The psychosocial support sessions were life-changing.”
Fatima Darwish
Community Kitchen Volunteer, Chouf
Community Resilience Program
“The Prospects program taught me modern farming techniques I never knew existed. My crop yield increased significantly after implementing the methods they recommended. Knowledge is truly the best investment.”
Omar Suleiman
Farmer, Bekaa Valley
Prospects — Agriculture & Entrepreneurship
“Attending the GITS Summit opened doors I didn't know existed. I connected with entrepreneurs from across Africa and MENA, learned about green business models, and built partnerships that are still going strong today.”
Sara Itani
Youth Participant, Beirut
GITS — Global Investment & Trade Summit
“LEE Experience is one of our most effective implementing partners in the region. Their SIYB delivery is consistently high-quality, and their reach into underserved communities is unmatched. The ENABLE program results exceeded all our targets.”
International Labour Organization
UN Agency Partner
ENABLE / SIYB Partnership
“Our collaboration with LEE on the Houla sewing factory demonstrates what's possible when international organizations and local NGOs work together. The impact on women's livelihoods in South Lebanon has been transformative.”
UNIFIL
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon
Houla Factory / UNIFIL Partnership
“The partnership with LEE Experience across six MENA countries has been instrumental in empowering women entrepreneurs with equal access to business and trade markets. Their on-the-ground expertise makes the difference.”
CAWTAR & Kvinna till Kvinna
Regional Partners — Women's Empowerment
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs — MENA
Every story here is a testament to the power of community, resilience, and hope. We don't just build businesses — we build futures.
— LEE Experience