The Center
Translating Research and Policy and Practice
The Center for Studies on Aging (CSA) is a non-governmental organization led by a group of professionals committed to the promotion of evidence-based policy and practice in support of the older population in Lebanon in particular and the Arab world more generally.
Vision
The vision of CSA is Lebanon and a region in which older adults fulfill their potential in leading dignified and secure lives.
Mission
The mission of the CSA is to create a hub for research, education, policy formulation and training on aging in Lebanon and the Arab region.
Objectives
The CSA achieves its mission through three strategic tools:
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Strategic Tool 1: Research, database, networks and conferences
Aim: To raise awareness of aging issues in Lebanon in particular and in the wider Arab world, targeting researchers, policymakers , major donors and service providers in public, private and non-profit sectors
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Strategic Tool 2: Human resource development
Aim: To promote good practice in the care of older people in Lebanon and the region
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Strategic Tool 3
: Optimizing opportunities in development plans and policies
Aim: To promote the mainstreaming of older people’s issues in all economic, social and health development processes and programs
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Executive Committee
President |
Abla Mehio Sibai |
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Vice president |
Rafic Baddoura |
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Secretary |
Azzam Houry |
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Treasurer |
Nabil Kronfol |
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Accountant |
Salim Adib |
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Founding Members
1 |
Dr Abla Mehio Sibai Professor |
Dept of Epidemiology and Population Health
Faculty of Health Sciences
American University of Beirut
Member: National Committee on Ageing |
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2 |
HE Dr. Adnan Mroueh |
Professor and Chair Dept of Obstetric and Gynaecology
Faculty of Medicine
American University of Beirut
Chairman, Asfourieh Hospital Board |
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3 |
Dr Fadi El Jardali |
Assistant Professor
Dept of Health Policy and Management
Faculty of Health Sciences
American University of Beirut |
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4 |
Dr Husam Ghusn |
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Department of Medicine
American University of Beirut
Board Certified Geriatrician
Chairman, Geriatrics Department
Ain WaZein Hospital |
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5 |
Dr Laurie Abi Habib |
Program Director, Public Health and Development Sciences,
Faculty of Health Sciences
University of Balamand |
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6 |
Dr Monique Chaaya |
Professor and Chair
Dept of Epidemiology and Population Health
Faculty of Health Sciences
American University of Beirut |
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7 |
Dr Nabil Kronfol |
President
Lebanese HealthCare Management Association
Vice President
INPEA (International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse)
Member: Asfourieh Hospital Board
Member: National Committee on Ageing |
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8 |
Dr Nabil Naja |
Geriatrician
Member: Lebanese Geriatric Society
Member: Alzheimer Association
Member: National Committee on Ageing |
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9 |
Dr Rafic Baddoura |
Universite Saint Joseph
Lebanese Epidemiologic Association
Member: National Committee on Ageing |
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10 |
Dr Salim Adib |
Manager of Public Health and Research
Health Authority of Abu Dhabi |
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11 |
Dr Walid Ammar |
Director General
Ministry of Public Health |
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12 |
Dr. Maha Shouman Jibaia |
Director
Sarafand Centre for the Handicapped
Nursing – Gerontology |
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14 |
Mr Azzam Houri |
Director, Dar Al Ajazza Al Islamia
Member: Long term hospital committee
Member: National Committee on Ageing |
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15 |
Mr Ramzi Na’man |
Director
Central Management Unit (CMU)
National Poverty Targeting Program (NPTP)
Presidency of the Council of Ministers |
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16 |
Ms Dia Saleh |
Ministry of Social Affairs
Member: National Committee on Ageing |
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17 |
Ms Maha Abu Shawareb |
Director, foyer St. Georges, Nursing home for older adults
Member: National Committee on Ageing |
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Partners
Age UK
HelpAge International and HelptheAged (United Kingdom), one of the leading international charity for older people, has supported the first workshop on “Aging in Lebanon: Research and Policies” in September 2007. Recommendations from the workshop have pushed the way forward towards the establishment of the CSA.
http://www.ageuk.org.uk/
UNFPA Lebanon
UNFPA Lebanon continues to be a strong advocate of the CSA mission and activities. Throughout 2009 and 2010, UNFPA Lebanon has supported the CSA for providing evidence-based policy directives, generating knowledge and becoming a clearinghouse for research and studies in the area of aging. UNFPA has supported the development of the website, policy briefs, and, in collaboration with UNFPA Regional Office, has sponsored in 2009 the two-day Expert Group Meeting on “Aging in Arab Countries: Policy, Research and Development” that hosted over 150 national, regional and international experts and stakeholders.
http://www.unfpa.org.lb/
World Health Organization (EMRO)
The World Health Organization (EMRO) has supported the CSA in the development of policy briefs.
http://www.emro.who.int/index.asp
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