The Hen that Brought Back Hope
The Hen that Brought Back Hope
When the war left villages destroyed and empty-handed, many farmers thought their farming days were over. Fields had dried up, and the little money they had saved wasn’t enough to seek refuge elsewhere. The poorest among them had no choice but to rebuild their houses as best they could and resettle where they were.
Then, one day, the mayors of two almost-destroyed villages reached out to ALPHA and asked the organization to support farming families by providing each with five hens and one rooster. It didn’t seem like much—but soon, eggs became breakfast for children, then a small source of income at the weekly market. What started with a few chickens became the beginning of a new local economy—one household at a time.
The hens also brought life back into the homes. Children named each one, ran to collect their eggs every morning, and learned to care for them gently. The chickens became more than a source of food or income—they became friendly companions, teaching the children responsibility, patience, and the simple joy of nurturing another living being.
In Lebanese villages, hens are not only the first step toward rebuilding livelihoods; they are also the first sign of life returning—of laughter, care, and hope.
We are deeply grateful to our private donors for making this initiative possible.
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