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Friday June 13th marked a landmark evening for animals as people gathered to support Animals Lebanon's fifth annual Gala for Change!
The event was celebrated at Lebanon's majestic and exclusive Residence des Pins, under the patronage of the Ambassador to France, His Excellency Mr. Patrice Paoli. Surrounded by pine trees, a breath-taking historical palace, and under the stars of the night sky, this hidden treasure was the perfect location in its originality and beauty.
The evening was opened with a beautiful and thought-provoking speech by His Excellency Ambassador Paoli, where he quoted Ghandi in saying that "the civility of a nation can be measured by how it treats it animals."
President of Animals Lebanon, Mrs. Lana El-Khalil Bacha, then welcomed the guests, giving an inspiring and moving speech.
In her speech, Mrs. El-khalil Bacha painting a daunting picture of animal abuse as it exists in Lebanon today. She highlighted the work and achievements of Animals Lebanon, and called for supporters to give their financial backing to the cause. You can listen to speech here
Following to Mrs. El-Khalil-Bacha's inspiring speech, the program started with an outstanding performance by 8ieme Art after which a vegetarian buffet was opened featuring a multitude of exquisite and creative dishes thought up by Mie Doree. Lebanon's favorite and talented comedian Nemr Abou Nassar then took the stage and left the crowd breathless with laughter as he lit the night with comedy. A powerful video of Animals Lebanon's rescues over the year was shown, you can see video here
And a shorter one video followed featuring children and dogs, and the happiness animals bring to our lives, you can see video here
You can see more photos of the evening here
The evening ended with a closing performance by 8eArt followed by Lebanon's most coveted DJ Rodge who made a special appearance to end the night with a blast, with people on the dance floor and uplifting music celebrating another Gala well done!
A big thank you to all of our sponsors! Many of these companies have been with us from the start, and others joined us newly this year. What is clear is that every year there are more and more caring companies ready to show their support and commitment to animal welfare.
Our platinum sponsor, Fidus Wealth, has been with us every year since our first Gala!
Our Gold sponsor Etienne Nicolas who also provided the delicious wine!
A very big thank you to our Silver Sponsors -
Ramco
IC
La Libanaise des Jeux
La Villa
Skillz
Lancaster Plaza
Dar Al-Handasa
Our Bronze sponsors -
Amber
GSPA
Visique Optimetrist
Start Living Right
Royal Canin
Credit Bank
Animal House Hospital
Urbanista
Almaza
Dr. Gaby Hilan
Mak Holding
Continental Beverages
Qatar Coral
Mr. Edmond Esseily
Our In Kind sponsors -
Fluid Design
Future Graphics
Khawam Printing
VPS
Zeina Kassem Photography
Elias Visuals
Jo Matar
Oderose
Mie doree
Mix FM
Adham Temsah Photography
Caiman Films
Vanguard Productions
Elie Kamal
Platform Studios
Crepeaway
And a huge thank you to Nemr Abou Nassar
Our Raffle Sponsors who provided 108 gifts!
MEA our loyal yearly sponsor
Nayla Arida who generously donated a handmade sterling silver bracelet with Rubies and Emeralds!
Pandora
Sandra Macaron
Tony El Mendelek
Les Vestales
Kan Paris
Qi Juices
Train Station Gym
The spirit
GSPA
Kiphy
Marie Karim
Studio Anatomy
SOL
Sesderma Cosmetics
Pierre Fabre
La Posta
Marinella
Falamanki
Mario E Mario
Liza
Lancasater Hotel
Mayrig
Batchig
Ginger and Co.
Dolce & Banana
Momo at the Souks
Le Phenix De Byblos Beach
Kotch
Beirut Yoga Center
Oddfish
Michel Zoghzoghi
Kataleya Organic Store
Caves De Taillevent
Nespresso
Eddilbe Salon
Les Bazella
Leanne's Boutique
Nuhad El Sheikh De Quincy
Smarties
Guilda Khoury Mellow Soaps
Thanks to all of your support, Animals Lebanon will be able to work for another year to save lives and improve the condition of animals in Lebanon through hard work on much needed legislation.
We hope to see you all again next year for another inspiring evening for the animals!{jcomments on}
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