I first became acquainted with the ABAAD organization when I attended a lecture provided by the Director of the organization, Ms. Ghida Anani. At this point, I had attended numerous lectures, workshops, events, etc. which addressed the many issues facing gender discrimination, gender-based violence, social cohesion, reproductive rights, and

A while back I received an email seeking volunteers for a program called Jina Aldar organized by ABAAD. Volunteers and professionals ride on a bus touring marginalized areas in Lebanon aiming at providing women and girls in those areas with tools to reduce violence against them. Videos online made me intrigued and I signed my name for a trip to Marjaayoun

When Rana finally started talking about sexual harassment and gender inequality some women cut her off telling her about their religious point of views and Rana made sure not to sound like she’s being aggressive.