Hanadi Dagher: We Chose to Build Amid the Storm Because Our Mission Is Stronger Than Fear and Life Is Stronger Than Death
Following the remarkable success of its previous two editions, the Beauty and Wellbeing Forum 2026 returns for its third edition, reaffirming its position as a leading platform that brings together the concepts of beauty, mental health, physical wellbeing, and human development in an exceptional event hosted in the heart of Beirut. The forum gathers prominent official, medical, academic, media, and social figures, alongside leading experts, institutions, and renowned local and international brands.
This year’s forum is held under the theme “Enhancing Quality of Life and Caring for the Human Being from the Inside Out,” through a series of conferences, seminars, workshops, and interactive activities highlighting the importance of mental and physical wellbeing in today’s world, while opening the door for dialogue, awareness, and the exchange of expertise.
The forum is organized under the patronage of official ministries and supporting institutions, with broad participation from the healthcare and beauty sectors, continuing its mission of reinforcing Lebanon’s role as a regional hub for creativity, wellbeing, and human development.
The forum welcomes visitors on Thursday, Friday, and Monday from 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM, while on Saturday and Sunday it opens its doors starting at 2:00 PM, offering a comprehensive program that combines conferences, panel discussions, interactive showcases, and dedicated spaces for awareness, personal growth, and health education.
The opening ceremony will be attended by prominent official, parliamentary, social, medical, media, and academic figures, including Mrs. Hanadi Dagher Nader, Founder of the Beauty and Wellbeing Forum; Beirut Governor Judge Marwan Abboud; Minister of Information Dr. Paul Morcos; MP Waddah Sadek; Professor Pierre Yared, President of the Syndicate of Hospitals in Lebanon; Father Jean El Alam, Vice President for Development at the Antonine University; Aline El Murr, Beauty Ambassador of the Forum; Maya Nassar, Mental and Physical Wellbeing Ambassador of the Forum; Mr. Marc Habka, Legal Advisor of the Forum; Mr. Jose Charo, Managing Partner for the Middle East and Africa at PL Group; Dr. Joe Khoury, Chief Medical Officer of the Beauty and Wellbeing Forum (BWF); and Mr. Ramy Bitar, Founder and CEO of Tawfeer, alongside several MPs, social and economic figures, media personalities, and influential voices in the fields of health, beauty, and human development.
In his speech, Beirut Governor Judge Marwan Abboud stressed the importance of keeping Beirut a vibrant city full of life, culture, and humanity, affirming the capital’s support for initiatives that reflect Lebanon’s civilized image despite all challenges.
Minister of Information Dr. Paul Morcos also extended a special tribute to the forum’s management for its success and continuity, considering such initiatives essential in spreading positive awareness and reinforcing Lebanon’s cultural and humanitarian image.
For his part, MP Waddah Sadek highlighted the importance of investing in people and in mental and physical wellbeing, stressing the need to support initiatives that provide the Lebanese people with hope, balance, and productivity.
Forum Founder Mrs. Hanadi Dagher Nader stated in part of her speech:
“In 2024, when the forum first launched, war was ongoing… In 2025, we were still living through its consequences… And in 2026, war returned once again. Yet despite everything, we swam against the current and succeeded in achieving our goal.
Some people wait for storms to pass before they build, but we chose to build amid the storms, because our mission is stronger than fear, hope is stronger than despair, and life is stronger than death.
My team and I believe that every human being, especially the Lebanese people, deserves to live with balanced mental and physical wellbeing and to enjoy a dignified life filled with hope and stability.”
The forum continues to offer an integrated experience that combines awareness, beauty, wellbeing, and personal development within a specialized interactive space attracting visitors of all ages and interests, carrying a message that Lebanon, despite all challenges, remains a beacon of creativity, life, and hope.