Lebanon and Beyond

What Lebanon and Beyond does

Lebanon & Beyond (L&B) is a Lebanon-based nonprofit organization that connects the global Lebanese diaspora with their homeland through structured educational and immersive programs. The organization serves two distinct beneficiary groups: diaspora young adults aged 20-30, who participate in the Jouzour 3-week heritage and service program, and Lebanese K-12 educators, who are convened through the Jana program for education reform dialogue and capacity building (anchored by an inaugural 2-day conference at the American University of Beirut that brought together 100 educators).

L&B operates two flagship programs — Jouzour and Jana — delivered in partnership with Lebanese academic institutions and local community organizations classified into Tier 1 (dedicated) and Tier 2 (per-program) partner tiers. The organization references the Moise A. Khayrallah Center for Lebanese Diaspora Studies at NC State University as a data source for diaspora mapping. Its go-to-market is community-led and application-based, reaching participants through its Squarespace website, email newsletter, and organic diaspora networks rather than paid acquisition.

The organization runs a small team of approximately 5 employees. Revenue is generated through program participation contributions, donations, and likely grants, though no financial figures are disclosed. The technology stack is minimal and non-proprietary — consisting of a Squarespace website, email, and social channels — with no disclosed API, SDK, mobile app, or AI/ML capabilities. The operating model is fundamentally experiential and relational, with value delivered through in-person programming in Lebanon rather than through technology-mediated channels.

Name

Lebanon and Beyond

Legal name

Lebanon & Beyond

Website

https://lebanonandbeyond.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lebanon & Beyond is a Lebanon-based nonprofit connecting the global Lebanese diaspora with their homeland through two educational programs: Jouzour, a 3-week heritage immersion for ages 20-30, and Jana, a K-12 education reform initiative convening educators at institutions like AUB.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cultural and Educational Programs

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Services (611), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAIAHAD

Short-Term Secondary Immersion & Cultural Exchange Trips

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/Overseas Secondary School Programs (Boarding, Exchange, Summer)

SECONDARYEDAIAGAD

Education & Teaching Volunteer Programs

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/International Service Learning, Volunteering & Gap Year Programs

SECONDARYEDAIAAAE

Hybrid, Multi-Location & Multi-Country Study Abroad Programs

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/Study Abroad Program Providers (Multi-Country & Multi-Discipline)

SECONDARYEDAAAFAN

Youth-to-Adult Transition & Life Skills (Independent Living, Soft Skills)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Community & Public Education Programs (Libraries, Community Centers)

Keywords

• Diaspora education programs
• Heritage immersion programs
• Youth cultural exchange
• K-12 education reform
• Nonprofit educational programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Not specified

HQ country

Lebanon

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Program Participation and Contributions: Lebanon & Beyond generates revenue through program participation fees and contributions from supporters. The Jouzour program is a 3-week immersive experience that likely requires participant contributions. The organization also accepts donations and support from those looking to contribute to their mission of rebuilding Lebanon through educational programs. Revenue is used to fund educational initiatives, community service projects, and operational costs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lebanon and Beyond designs and runs immersive educational and cultural programs that connect members of the global Lebanese diaspora with their heritage in Lebanon. Its core work is delivered through two standalone programs: Jouzour, a three-week intensive experience for young adults aged 20-30, and Jana, a K-12 educational program that reimagines how Lebanese heritage and culture are taught to school-age children.

Product overview

Lebanon & Beyond is a nonprofit organization operating as a platform connecting the Lebanese diaspora with the homeland through two flagship programs. Jouzour is a 3-week immersive heritage and service experience for young adults (ages 20-30) featuring cultural activities, academic partnerships, and community projects. Jana is an education reform initiative that convenes K-12 educators to co-design the future of schooling in Lebanon. Both programs work in partnership with academic institutions and local organizations to deliver cultural exchange, educational development, and diaspora engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Jouzour A three-week immersive experience for young adults aged 20-30, rooted in Lebanese culture, heritage, and identity, designed to strengthen the connection of Lebanese diaspora members to their homeland.
• Jana A K-12 educational program that reimagines how Lebanese heritage and culture are taught to school-age children, targeting schools, educators, and education advocates serving the Lebanese diaspora.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100 education professionals engaged in Jana conference
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Moise. A. Khayrallah Center for Lebanese Diaspora Studies (NC State University)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 February 2015Lebanon & Beyond references the Moise. A. Khayrallah Center for Lebanese Diaspora Studies at NC State University as a source for diaspora population data. The organization uses the center's diaspora map data on their website to illustrate the global distribution of Lebanese communities. This reference indicates alignment with academic research on diaspora studies but no formal partnership is explicitly stated.
• Academic Institutions in LebanoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLebanon & Beyond partners with leading academic institutions in Lebanon to deliver educational programming. The Jouzour program provides participants with access to cultural and educational activities through these partnerships. The Jana program held its inaugural 2-day conference at AUB (American University of Beirut), demonstrating an established partnership with a major Lebanese academic institution.
• Local Community Organizations in LebanoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLebanon & Beyond collaborates with local organizations in Lebanon for program delivery. Jouzour participants work alongside these organizations on hands-on community service projects, enabling meaningful contribution to Lebanese communities while gaining practical experience. These partnerships are essential for program execution and community impact.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Jusoor: Jusoor is a Syrian diaspora-led nonprofit focused on education programs for Syrian refugees and diaspora youth. It is highly comparable to Lebanon & Beyond as both organizations mobilize an Arab diaspora community around heritage-driven education and exchange initiatives.
• CISV International: CISV International delivers intercultural education programs for youth including short-term immersive experiences with a strong peace and heritage focus. It is comparable to Lebanon & Beyond in providing cohort-based, in-country cultural immersion programs.
• World Learning (Experiment in International Living): World Learning runs the Experiment in International Living, a heritage short-term immersive cultural exchange program for youth. It is highly comparable to Lebanon & Beyond's Jouzour in delivering multi-week, in-country immersion experiences with cultural and service components.
• AIESEC: AIESEC is a global youth-run organization facilitating cross-cultural exchanges and volunteer abroad programs. It is comparable to Lebanon & Beyond in targeting young adults (roughly 20–30) with short-term, service-oriented international experiences.
• Foundation for International Education (FIE): FIE delivers study abroad and cultural immersion programs for university students. It is comparable to Lebanon & Beyond in operating structured short-term international experiences with academic partnerships and cultural engagement.
• AMIDEAST: AMIDEAST is a U.S.-based nonprofit that delivers education, training, and cultural exchange programs across the Middle East and North Africa. It is comparable to Lebanon & Beyond in operating educational programs tied to MENA identity, academic partnerships, and diaspora engagement.

Broad incumbents

• Education Development Center (EDC): EDC is a global nonprofit that designs and delivers education programs including international and conflict-affected contexts. It is comparable to Lebanon & Beyond in operating education reform programs internationally, though at substantially larger scale and scope.
• British Council: The British Council operates worldwide cultural and educational programs including in Lebanon, with a much broader portfolio. It is comparable to Lebanon & Beyond as a major international cultural and education operator with regional presence, though it operates at significantly greater scale.

Emerging players

• Soliya: Soliya runs intercultural dialogue and exchange programs for youth from the Middle East and globally. It is comparable to Lebanon & Beyond in targeting young adults with cross-cultural and heritage-oriented programming.

Others

• Lebanese American University (LAU): LAU is a leading Lebanese-American university that serves a significant Lebanese diaspora student population. It is comparable to Lebanon & Beyond as a Lebanese-heritage educational institution engaging the global Lebanese community, though it operates as a degree-granting university rather than a nonprofit program provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lebanon-and-beyond

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