Maharat is a catalyst, defending and advancing the development of democratic societies governed by the values of freedom of expression and respect for human rights.
Maharat advances the societal and political conditions that enhance freedom of expression and access to information, both online and offline. Maharat engages and equips a progressive community in Lebanon and the MENA region with the skills and knowledge necessary to create change.
Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt and Morocco, as well as many Arab and foreign countries, have been a shelter for refugees, especially Syrians, with 4 million refugees, the largest number in recent history.
In collaboration with UNESCO, Maharat foundation prepared a report about internet freedom in Lebanon.
The study of “Lebanese Media Coverage of Youth Issues” aims to research how much the Lebanese media cares about Lebanese youth
This study aims at analyzing the Lebanese media status in terms of women participation in producing media content, participation in news making and influencing the public opinion through political talk shows and news bulletins, in various Lebanese TV stations.
The study brings up central questions about the role of the media during the electoral period, especially with regard to their mission in democratic regimes and particularly in shaping the public opinion through providing accurate information and the necessary facts allowing the public opinion to understand its environment and to take the appropriate positions accordingly.
The study raises central questions about the impact and the role of news bulletins introductions in terms of their feasibility, content and format, thus their performance and the concepts they transmit.
