2021-09-17
EN - From Lebanon to North Africa, the rise of grassroots movements
EN - From Lebanon to North Africa, the rise of grassroots movements
In this episode we speak to Mr. Ziad Abdel Samad, Executive Director of the Arab NGO Network for Development which is a regional network, working in 12 Arab countries. The Arab NGOs Network for Development is an independent, democratic, and civic organization that aims at strengthening civil society and enhancing the values of democracy and respect of Human Rights and sustainable development in the Arab region. We are going to discuss the current situation in terms of civic space in the region whilst looking at examples of citizen-led initiatives to respond to emergencies and build resilient communities. Is there an enabling environment for civil society to engage in the region?