About Us
The World Lebanese Cultural Union (“WLCU”) is an independent, non-political, non-racial, non-religious and not-for-profit organization. Recognized by the Republic of Lebanon as the sole representative of the Lebanese diaspora in the world.
With its headquarters in Beirut, the WLCU organized through branches, clubs, societies, and confederations having as members Lebanese nationals and descendants of Lebanese origin.
The WLCU strives to bring Lebanese people across the globe together, strengthen the ties between Lebanon and its diaspora, highlight the distinctive Lebanese identity, preserve and spread Lebanese heritage as well as enable and activate the role of the Lebanese diaspora wherever they may be.
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LEGACY
History & Bylaws
CONFERENCES & COUNCILS
VISITS & ACTIVITIES
HERITAGE
Current Leadership
Mr. Abbas Fawaz
World Council President
President of the World Lebanese Cultural Union Abbas Fawaz was born in year 1954.
Mr. Jihad Hachem
1st World Vice President
Jihad Hachem first was elected as President of the Kumasi Branch in Ghana in 2005.
He later served as 1st Vice President of the World Lebanese Cultural Union’s National Council in Ghana from 2005 till 2011.
Mr. Ali Nehme Nesr
World Vice President
Ali Nehmé Nesr is a key business figure of the Lebanese Diaspora in Africa and a business visionary. A self-made Lebanese-Belgian entrepreneur and well-known philanthropist. He has redefined the meaning of achievement for over 50 years by transforming a small family business into a leading multinational success story.
Mr. Mohamad El Jouzou
World Vice President
Born on May 25, 1980, Mohamad El Jouzou is the youngest member of the World Lebanese Cultural Union where he serves as the Vice World President, In charge of Youth and Sports.
Mr. Henri Bou Saab
World Vice President
Mr. Henri Bou Saab was elected as a World Vice President during the 19th World Conference 2022 held on the 9th of November, 2022 in Beirut.
Mr. Bou Saab previously assumed the continental presidency of Oceania (Australia and New Zealand).
Ms. Lucy Habib
World Vice President
Born in Lebanon and moved to London at an early age to pursue her studies.
Her educational journey has resulted in a Master’s degree in Journalism from the University of Westminster, and a BA in Fashion Design from Central St. Martins.
Mr. Walid Mourani
World Vice President
Retired journalist
Graduate, The Lebanese University, faculty of Mass Communication ( 1972 )
Media Office, The Lebanese University ( 1973/1977 )
Editor-in-chief,Al-Hoda, a leading US immigrant newspaper ( 1980/1983 )
Mr. Atef Eid
World Secretary General
Atef Eid is currently the Secretary General of the World Lebanese Cultural Union. He is based in New York, United States. An ardent businessman who is responsible for the creation of many businesses such as Beit Edin Restaurant, Stamford Auto, Croissant Plus, and most recently Azone Reality a multi-million-dollar real estate company.
Mr. Ezzat Eid
World Treasurer
Born in Lebanon, Ezzat Eid is an ardent Businessman and Philanthropist. He graduated from the Beirut University College in 1970 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management.
Mr. Jamil Rajeh
International Affairs Officer
Mr. Rajeh was elected "International Relations Officer" in the Administrative Board of the Wolrd Lebanese Cultural Union during the Eighteenth International Conference held on October, 2019.
Mr. Atef Yassine
Economic Advisor
Mr. Yassine was elected "Economic Relations Officer" in the Administrative Board of the World Lebanese Cultural Union and "Honorary President" of the union, during the 18th International Conference held on October, 2019.
Former Presidents
Ramzi Haidar
2017 - 2019
Elected at the 17th World Congress at UNESCO Palace, Beirut on October 13, 2017.
Peter Al Ashkar
2015 - 2017
Elected at the 16th World Congress at UNESCO Palace, Beirut on November 17, 2015.
Atef Eid
2015 - 2019
Elected in Beirut year 2013.
Albert Matta
2010 - 2013
Elected at the Phenicia Hotel on September 10, 2010.
Massad Hajal
2011 - 2013
Elected during the Fourteenth World Congress on November 18, 2011.
Ahmad Nasser
2005 - 2013
Elected for 3 times at the World Council held in UNESCO Palace, Beirut; July 2005, March 2010, and October 2013.
Georges Antoine
1994 - 2005
Elected at the 10th World Congress in Brazil on September 16, 1994. Then at the 11th World Congress on January 11, 1998.
Anwar Khoury
1991 - 1993
Elected during World Congress held in Mexico on 16 May, 1992.
Nicolas Khoury
1985 - 1987
Elected at the 9th World Congress at the Mount Lebanon Club Sao Paulo, Brazil on October 22, 1985.
Ali Sabbah
1982 - 1985
Elected during the meeting of the World Council in "Beit Al Mostaqbal", Beirut on February 30, 1983.
Daher Rahi
1977 - 1978
Elected twice; World Council, Rio De Jenero, in 1976 and during the 6th International Council at Al Bustan Hotel, Beit Mery on August 1977.
Anthony Ibrahim
1973 - 1975
Elected at the Fifth World Congress, Beit Elddine on August 13, 1973.
Anwar Khalil
1971 - 1973
Elected at the Fourth World Congress held at Phenicia Hotel, Beirut on August 10, 1971.
Jamil Dunia
1969 - 1970
Elected during the World Council which was held in Miami, Florida on 15 June, 1969.
Nicolas Abboud
1968 - 1969
Elected in the 3rd World Council in Beit Mery in 1968.
George Traboulsi
1964 - 1968
Elected at the Second World Congress held in Beirut, on August 20, 1964, and assumed the elected World Council.