About SEID
Who Are We?
Established in 2019, SEID is a collaborative effort between legislators, civic professionals, and political rights activists dedicated to environmental justice, equitable public services, and active civic engagement. We address the complex challenges arising from Lebanon's political, social, and economic crisis, further strained by the Beirut Port explosion, COVID-19, and climate change. SEID conducts research, engages in lobbying, and fosters community involvement to achieve its goals.
Vision
We want to transform Lebanon into a place where the creation of knowledge, economic prosperity, social harmony, and environmental stewardship coexist. We envision a nation that prioritizes the well-being and dignity of all individuals within its borders, fostering a clean environment and inclusive societies that respect and protect human rights.
Mission
We work to empower Lebanese citizens to assert their rights, so that every individual can enjoy the right to live in a clean environment and is treated with unwavering dignity, fairness, and respect.
Our Team
At SEID, we are committed to empowering communities and shaping solutions that address today's most pressing environmental and socio-economic challenges.
Rashad Rageh
Executive Director
Dr. Najat Aoun Saliba
Proud Partner
Choukri Haddad
Director of the Environmental Justice Unit
Action Pillars & Initiatives
We engage with relevant stakeholders to co-create user-centered solutions to Lebanon's social, economic, environmental, and political problems. This collaborative method ensures that our solutions are effective, sustainable, and tailored to the needs of the communities we serve.
Research & Publications
At SEID, our research focuses on tackling Lebanon's most pressing environmental challenges through a comprehensive approach that covers the scientific, legal, financial, and Read more...
Lobbying & Advocacy
SEID is currently engaged in the second phase of the "Consolidating Values-driven and Human-centered Reform Dynamics (Tahawor)" project, as part of our broader research, Read more...
The Environmental Justice Unit
In response to the Lebanese context, following parliamentary elections in 2022, SEID established the Environmental Justice Unit (EJU) in collaboration with Dr. Najat Aoun Saliba, a Read more...
Community Engagement
SEID actively connects with local communities to gather first-hand data and disseminate research findings. By engaging directly with residents, we ensure that communities have access to relevant, scientifically backed information. This approach empowers local stakeholders with the knowledge they need to support and strengthen their grassroots initiatives and advocacy efforts. Our goal is to make complex scientific and technical data more accessible and actionable, helping communities across
Lebanon better understand the challenges they face. With this information, they are better equipped to advocate for sustainable solutions, drive local initiatives, and participate in informed decision-making processes that improve their quality of life. SEID remains committed to bridging the gap between research and community action, fostering a collaborative approach to addressing environmental and social challenges.