Through the Children Municipal Council (CMC) initiative, himaya continues to support children and adolescents in becoming active participants in their communities and local decision-making processes.
Implemented in partnership with municipalities and national stakeholders, the initiative creates safe and inclusive spaces where young people can express their needs, develop leadership and life skills, and contribute to initiatives related to child rights, protection, and community wellbeing.
Today, Children Municipal Councils are active in areas including Jounieh, Jbeil, Zahle, and Majdel Anjar, with plans to expand the initiative to additional regions across Lebanon. himaya continues to provide technical support, coordination, and guidance to municipalities and youth members as they develop and implement activities responding to the needs of their communities.