Maria Sofia Gomez Mansur
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Argentina
A big thanks to the Maronite Foundation for this amazing experience. The opportunity to discover Lebanon and reconnect with my roots is invaluable. Not only did I discover the land of my ancestors, but I reconnected with my family. Although I was not born here, I feel like home. Lebanon is really beautiful and having the opportunity to discover it with other Lebanese youth, share and combine our knowledge of our dear land is absolutely impressive. I take a piece of Lebanon with me and leave a piece of my heart in it. Thank you to all the members of the Maronite Foundation for making this dream possible.
M.M.
Maria Sofia Gomez Mansur
Janet Mitre Canaan
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Argentina
I simply thank you for this opportunity that I didn't expect. It was incredible to share it with people my age, people who share the same religion and origins. I am very happy to have finally gotten to know the land of my ancestors and my roots. Everything was incredible. I love Lebanon, it was my first visit, but I promise I’ll come back when I can. Thank you so much everyone.
J.C.
Janet Mitre Canaan
Tanya Raffoul
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Australia
A wonderful experience, I am very grateful for the opportunity that has been extended to me. The places I visited exposed me to the rich historical, cultural, political and religious significance of this country. Conferences were insightful especially that of Michel Mouawad.
T.R.
Tanya Raffoul
This was my third time in Lebanon. However at many times during this trip I felt like it was the first. And many times I felt like I've always belonged here. I came back to Brazil with lots of fresh ideas, lots of new feelings and lots of beautiful new memories (also a lot of arak in my luggage), and you made that all possible. I have no words to thank the Maronite Foundation, the whole team and all my peers for this amazing experience. Can't wait to see you all again!
R.B.
Rebeca Bayeh
I had a great experience meeting new people and visiting amazing sites; it would not have been possible without the Maronite Academy. We have made lifelong memories and friends who are now family. I am grateful for the opportunity that have been given to us and the experience we lived.
M.Y.
Michelle Younan
Lorena Manira Ghiglione Fadlala
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Paraguay
I only have words of gratitude, and I just want to thank everybody who worked very hard for us to come here and took care of us. I felt like a queen all the time. I really hope my family can come with me and spend the summer here. I also hope my sister can come next year and learn more about Lebanon and our roots. Even though we are part of the 4th generation of Lebanese immigrants, I would like to perpetuate our culture outside of Lebanon and keep eating kebbe nayyeh and tabboule!
L.F.
Lorena Manira Ghiglione Fadlala
This trip allowed me to experience what it really means to be Lebanese. I consider myself so lucky to be the first member of my family to visit Lebanon. I learned so much here that it is hard to think of specific places that stick in my mind. A small testimonial is impossible to write. I want to show my experience based on the work I do for Lebanon in the future. Thank you!
J.A.
Jeremy Allam
I loved spending my time here in Lebanon with the Maronite Academy. It was one of the most eventful and exciting experiences of my life. It brought me closer to my land, my roots and other Lebanese people from all over the world. I would be happy to contribute to this initiative in the future. And please keep up the good work.
F.T.
Fadi Talj
I am incredibly grateful to have been exposed to the riches of a land I have loved and dreamt of since I was a little girl. Lebanon's riches are found in its sprawling landscapes, gorgeous mountains, historical importance and most importantly its love of people, traditions and hope. Thank you for taking me to the country I promised my mother's father I would one day visit. Thank you for taking me to our beloved cedars where I carved my mothers' name. I am forever grateful.
J.N.
Jihan Nicholas
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