Within the framework of the United Nations Human Security and with the support of UN Trust Fund for Human Security (UNTFHC) and a grant from the government of Japan, Abjad socio-cultural center was launched yesterday in Tripoli. This initiative is part of the Neighborhood Upgrading and Economic Empowerment of Vulnerable Refugees and Host Communities initiative. The project which is implemented in partnership with the ministry of social affairs and the Municipality of Tripoli seeks to improve the living conditions of women, youth and children through the building of life skills and vocational training, as well as protection from all forms of violence. According to the special representative of UN Women Regional Director in Lebanon, Abjad Center embraces a set of programs to empower youth, women and girls, besides psychological and social support programs for children and an office to follow up and monitor cases that are referred to specialized clinics. In addition, a cinema and theater were also revived to screen and produce cultural, artistic and social activities. (Al Mustaqbal, August 2, 2018)