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Lebanon’s first lady, Neemat Aoun, in her office at the Baabda Presidential Palace on Oct. 16, 2026, during an exclusive interview with L'Orient-Le Jour. (Credit: Aly Baalbaky/L’Orient-Le Jour) Add as preferred on Google Lebanon’s first lady, Neemat Aoun, welcomed L’Orient-Le Jour into her office at Baabda Presidential Palace. She spoke candidly about her fight for citizenship education in schools that transcends sectarian divides, as well as her role within the National Commission for Lebanese Women in advancing gender equality, an effort that faces some hurdles. Also dedicated to social and humanitarian issues, including supporting women in war-torn southern Lebanon and children with cancer, Aoun is determined to be “listening” and firmly believes that “peace cannot be decreed, it is learned.” Profile Who is the new Lebanese first lady, Neemat Aoun? You recently completed the first year of implementing the school citizenship program. What is your assessment?The idea came from our desire to live and practice citizenship rather than just... You have reached your article limit.Stay informed as events unfold across a region in flux.Subscribe for $0.5/month for the first 3 months. Subscribe now Log in This article is only available to L’Orient Today subscribers. Subscribe now Log in Create a free account to continue reading this article. You’ll also receive The Morning Brief, our must-read daily digest of Middle East news. Opt out anytime Email Address Password Email Address Password I would like to receive special offers from L'Orient Today as well as selections of the best articles. Register By creating an account, you agree to the terms and conditions of use and our privacy policy. Register Or register with: Facebook
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