WIT expanded its reach to include Lebanon
in Fall 2007. Lebanon boasts a high standard
of living and development compared
to its neighbors in the region, and Lebanese
women are uniquely poised to increase their
representation in government and business
leadership in a growing economy. Training
courses in computer and software skills and
WIT’s unique Professional Development
component offer Lebanese women a competitive
edge in male-dominated industry
and business sectors.
WIT works with a diverse range of partner
organizations in Lebanon, supporting and
complementing their women’s empowerment
initiatives. Some partner organizations
work to promote social cohesion and
community development through civic engagement;
others advocate to improve
women’s legal and social status; while still
others support educational and spiritual development
for both sexes, aiming to promote
social justice, human rights, and
equality.