Creating, promoting and feeding a rich and diverse business ecosystem is crucial for any society. Especially in those that suffered the roughness and the harshness of war. That is why, in the aftermath of any conflict, facing old and new challenges struggling social and business environments requires creative and impactful solutions.
This programme is designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, and organizational leaders eager to create social impact. The focus will be on applying social innovation to develop sustainable business models, foster collaboration, and measure meaningful social outcomes. Participants will gain practical tools and strategies to implement innovative practices and drive positive change within their organizations and communities.
The aim of this capacity-building programme is to introduce the concept of social innovation and raise awareness of its importance for sustainable and impactful business practices.
Participants will explore the value of fostering a purpose-driven organisational culture and understand how collaboration can amplify social impact. The programme will guide participants through the entire social innovation process, highlighting key stakeholders and practical mechanisms to develop innovative solutions. Throughout the sessions, practical case studies will allow participants to collaborate, apply the lessons learned, and create strategies that generate measurable social and community impact.
Participant Criteria – Lebanon’s Post-Conflict Response through Social Innovation
This training is designed for individuals and companies who are eligible to attend and capable of generating meaningful impact within their organizations by applying social innovation principles.
Participants should meet the following criteria:
Introduction and Rationale (company, representative). Brief introduction of the institution represented field of expertise and professional background, size and history of innovation.
Strategic Vision for a Culture of Innovation. Institutions’ strategic vision in fostering a culture of innovation among faculties and researchers. Provide challenges detected.
Objectives for Applied research and IP commercialization. Institution’s key objectives in supporting development of applied research and IP commercialization.
Institutional capacity and Resource Availability. Summarize the institution’s ability and the availability of resources (human capital, facilities, etc.) to benefit from Lebanon Innovate
Motivation, Willingness and Commitment. Shortly describe your interests and suitability to take part of such initiative.
Session | Topic | Date | Duration |
1 | The Demand for Change: Towards a sustainable business ecosystem – From Business-as-Usual to Purpose-driven Organizations | 11th November 2025 | TBD – It will likely be between 1 and 3 hours. |
2 | Time to Act: Implementing innovative practices – A long-term strategy to prioritize common challenges | 18th November 2025 | TBD – It will likely be between 1 and 3 hours. |
3 | Moving Towards Success: Designing sustainable business models – Economically and socially transformative projects | 25th November 2025 | TBD – It will likely be between 1 and 3 hours. |
4 | Assessment Tools and Goals: Measuring social impact – Impactful and meaningful KPIs | 2nd December 2025 | TBD – It will likely be between 1 and 3 hours. |
5 | Your Move: Applying social innovation to your context – How to spark change for immediate action | 9th December 2025 | TBD – It will likely be between 1 and 3 hours.c |
Funded by the European Union and in partnership with Berytech, ANIMA, Leitat, IRI, and IRALEB, the Lebanon Innovate program transforms research into market-ready innovations across 3 industries: ICT, healthcare, and agrifood. Emphasizing IP protection, commercialization, and networking, the initiative strengthens Lebanon’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by equipping professionals with resources, expertise, and international networks, fostering a culture of innovation.
PROGRAMME DETAILS
Duration and Fees: From 11th November to 9th December 2025 | Free of charge
Format: Remote / Hybrid – to be confirmed location for the hybrid sessions
Schedule: Each session will take place from 12 PM to 2 PM (Lebanese Time)
Deadline for applications: 24 October 2025 – Link
PROGRAM DETAILS:
Tel. (+34) 937 882 300
