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Increasing Pride among Majdal Anjar Residents

A social media campaign and book exchange event are helping to encourage residents of Majdal Anjar to take more pride in the culture the city has to offer.

Majdal Anjar is frequently stereotyped and its residents mischaracterised in Lebanese media, in part due to its proximity to Syria. As a result many young people feel despondent and dismissive of the wealth of culture the city has to offer.

Team Chess Book wanted to give Lebanese and Syrian youth the opportunity to showcase that culture through a social media campaign and book exchange event.