In the Bekaa Valley of Lebanon, sprawling tent settlements stretch along the dusty hillsides—home to thousands of Syrian refugees displaced by war. Amid the hardship, rows of green crops are beginning to flourish, thanks to EJWF’s Agriculture for Dignity Initiative.
With little land and even less water, traditional farming seemed impossible. But our team introduced hydroponic growing systems, which require 90% less water and thrive in compact spaces. Refugee families, many of whom had agricultural backgrounds, were trained to grow spinach, mint, tomatoes, and strawberries in vertical gardens and container systems.
Ayman, 41, used to grow olives back in Syria. Now, with his children helping, he manages a 200-square-foot hydroponic setup that provides both food and income.
“I lost everything, but now I’m giving back to my community through food. I have hope again,” he shares.
Beyond farming, we’ve also introduced vocational education for refugee youth—teaching climate-smart agriculture, composting, and small-business management. Our goal: help communities move from surviving to thriving.
The result? A community-led food system that not only feeds thousands but restores dignity, independence, and purpose.
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