Background: 

Triangle hosted a pivotal Gender Action Plan (GAP) Validation Workshop under the “ReCEVAL” project, in partnership with the National Mental Health Programme Lebanon, Médecins du Monde Lebanon, Skoun Addiction Center, and Embrace, funded by the AFD (Agence Française de Développement). This workshop was a key initiative aimed at advancing gender-integrated and holistic mental health (MH) and substance use (SU) services in Beirut, Baalbek, and Tripoli.   

The focus of the workshop was to validate strategic activities, indicators, and roles outlined in the GAP, ensuring that these initiatives addressed the pressing need for gender-sensitive service provision in Lebanon. Key stakeholders gathered to discuss the intersection of essential health system building blocks and sustainable, gender-sensitive services, reinforcing Triangle’s commitment to fostering equitable and inclusive health services in the region. 

Triangle’s involvement in this workshop underscores its ongoing mission to drive impact through collaborative, inclusive initiatives that empower organizations working at the forefront of critical health and human rights challenges.  

Triangle’s Assignment: 

• Commitment to Gender Equality: Triangle’s primary objective was to facilitate the validation of strategic activities, indicators, and roles within the Gender Action Plan (GAP). This workshop provided a platform for key stakeholders to engage in meaningful discussions and ensure alignment with national priorities 
• Stakeholder Engagement: A core component of the workshop focused on fostering collaboration among health system actors, including governmental and non-governmental partners, to advance gender-sensitive MH and SU services. 
• Governance and Service Delivery Strategies: Triangle guided discussions on governance structures, service delivery improvements, and health informatics to ensure sustainable and effective implementation of the GAP.
• Participatory Approach: The workshop emphasized the importance of a participatory model, fostering a sense of ownership among service providers and reinforcing their commitment to gender-sensitive healthcare initiatives.
• Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanisms: To track progress and measure impact, the workshop established robust monitoring mechanisms, ensuring long-term sustainability and effectiveness of the implemented strategies.