Vision:
Mada is a non sectarian NGO established in Lebanon in year 2000. Mada strives for the emergence of balanced communities, appreciative of diversity, open to the world, and respectful of human rights and social justice; communities that base their development on a long term vision of public interest and on models that emphasize a harmonious relationship between human beings and their environment. Members of these communities would be committed, accountable and creative citizens, capable of realizing their initiatives and uniting their energies within effective partnerships.

Mission:
Mada works with different groups in various developmental and environmental projects in Lebanon to facilitate dynamics of change based on endogenous and inclusive efforts as well as policies and regulations appropriate to local realities. Mada achieves this mission by:

• supporting marginalized persons or groups and providing a space for initiatives carried by actors who have the potential for change
• contributing to the establishment of relationships or effective partnerships between local actors and other stakeholders.

Through its activities, Mada tries to ensure long-term mobilization and to inspire new practices of leadership while contributing to the emergence of a culture of collective action and responsibility.

Mada decree #4336-AD 242 from MoI on Oct. 2000

Mada is composed of 27 members and a board of 7 elected every 2 years.

Board Members      

Salwa Tawk President and representative toward the state Ghandi Fala Vice-president Carla Khater Secretary Joelle Khoury Treasurer Thereze Tawily Advisor Feraj El Awar Advisor Rouayda Saba Advisor

Mada is a secular non partisan organization with the following guiding principles:

Our guiding principles (a set of interrelated values which guide our mission, objectives, strategies and methods) are:

• Non-discrimination and Equity
• Democracy and participation
• Commitment to public interest
• Respect and protection of natural environment
• Transparency and Accountability
• Creativity and Flexibility
• Autonomy and Responsibility
• Independence from political parties and private interests

The process of evolution in Mada mission has started in 2006 and will continue till beginning of 2008. (some of the above text will probably change)