youssef tabsh foundation
The Youssef Tabsh Foundation has been established in the loving memory of Dr. Youssef Abdulkader Tabsh, a medical doctor, philanthropist, activist, Arab nationalist and true believer in the power of the people in bringing about a more socially just society.
Dr. Youssef Tabsh was born in 1951 to a middle-class family in Beirut, where he lived until his late teenage years. After which, he went on a scholarship and studied medicine at what was then the Soviet Union, or modern day Russia.
Throughout his childhood and teenage years, he was a strong advocate of pan Arab collaboration, social justice and alleviating the suffering of the less fortunate. Throughout his university studies, he further developed his activism where he led the Arab Students Society in his university and continued his pursuit towards supporting pan-Arab collaborations, upholding social justice and providing medical aid and support.
Upon his return to Lebanon, during the Civil War, he continued his political activism while also establishing the Lebanese Red Crescent to provide health care and medical services to the less fortunate and to support war victims. He also headed the Soviet Union/Russian Alumni Association in Lebanon. In 2018, he was a candidate for the Parliamentary Elections as part of a coalition of candidates coming together with a clear mission to promote for more social justice, upholding proper governance, inclusivity, localization of representation and accountability of the government towards its citizens.
Dr. Youssef Tabsh passed away on January 21st, 2022 leaving behind him a big legacy of social work, community-centered initiatives, political activism repertoire and a dream of a better tomorrow.
This foundation has been established to continue his mission, build on his legacy and keep the torch lit for the generations to come.
Active & Caring Community
From the heart of Beirut, contribute to the betterment of pan-arab collaboration, enhancement of social justice and providing access to health and medical services in Lebanon and across the Arab nation.
An Arab society that is more collaborative, socially just and healthy.
Pan Arab Collaboration
Social Justice
Health & Medical Services
Type of work
pan arab collaboration
- Seminars/Discussion Panels/Research Papers/Conferences/Events that discuss, promote and find avenues for pan-Arab collaboration.
- Campaigns that encourage pan-Arab collaborations and showcase success stories and inspirational figures.
- Networking and connection building to facilitate pan-Arab collaboration across industries and sectors.
- Joint programs with NGOs, Foundations, Universities, Municipalities, Cultural Centers and Research Centers in the Arab nation.
Social Justice
- Alleviate the suffering of the less fortunate..
- Capacity and skill building for individuals and organizations to assist in enhancing social justice, economic empowerment, access to education and job markets.
- Awareness campaigns, intervention projects and direct services that contribute towards a more just and equitable society.
Health & Medical Services
- Technical and financial support to health care providers, especially nonprofits to serve those that either do not have access or cannot afford the services.
- Donation campaigns to collect medicine, financial support or other requirements to assist the less fortunate to have the basic medical needs to sustain a healthy life.
- Training and awareness campaigns that promote physical and mental wellbeing.
Sustainable development goals
End poverty in all its forms everywhere
End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Reduce inequality within and among countries
Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development