Our Mission
Caram is to a platform that celebrates the Lebanese and Portuguese culture and creates a positive social impact in both countries . As an organisation, we focus on (i) promoting Lebanon and Portugal cultures, (ii) fostering more friendships between Lebanese, Portuguese and other communities and (iii) supporting charity programs in both countries. For us, one of the most important aspects of togetherness and strengthening our community lies in giving back. For this reason, our work has a strong social impact arm through the charitable projects that Caram delivers.
Our Mission
Caram is to a platform that celebrates the Lebanese and Portuguese culture and creates a positive social impact in both countries . As an organisation, we focus on (i) promoting Lebanon and Portugal cultures, (ii) fostering more friendships between Lebanese, Portuguese and other communities and (iii) supporting charity programs in both countries. For us, one of the most important aspects of togetherness and strengthening our community lies in giving back. For this reason, our work has a strong social impact arm through the charitable projects that Caram delivers.
Our History
Caram was founded in 2022 by a group of like-minded Lebanese living in Portugal. We felt that we could do something together to help other Lebanese in Portugal, but also in Lebanon. Through this simple concept, the idea for Caram was born. We started Caram to provide a gathering place for the Lebanese community in Portugal. For this reason, the name “Caram Portugal” was chosen to highlight Portugal's generosity and its welcoming environment where the Lebanese living here can truly feel at home.
Our History
Caram was founded in 2022 by a group of like-minded Lebanese living in Portugal. We felt that we could do something together to help other Lebanese in Portugal, but also in Lebanon. Through this simple concept, the idea for Caram was born. We started Caram to provide a gathering place for the Lebanese community in Portugal. For this reason, the name “Caram Portugal” was chosen to highlight Portugal's generosity and its welcoming environment where the Lebanese living here can truly feel at home.
Approach
Caram centres its activities on showcasing and celebrating the positive aspects of Lebanon and focusing on three key areas: (1) arts, culture and entertainment, (2) food and cuisine, and (3) history and travel. The aim of these activities is to build a strong network for Lebanese in Portugal, to fundraise to support causes within the Lebanese diaspora, and to raise awareness and inform the Portuguese about Lebanon (via entertainment, history and travel).
Our Governance
We are committed to transparent governance in everything that we do. Caram’s strategy and finances are led by a Management Board, a Supervisory Board and a Statutory Auditor composed of its seven founding members and chaired by its President. The Management Board meets regularly and decisions are taken through voting and by majority vote. Posts on the various governance bodies are set at two-year terms. The governance bodies have a member limit of ten people, and applications for new members are available every two years.
Approach
Caram centres its activities on showcasing and celebrating the positive aspects of Lebanon and focusing on three key areas: (1) arts, culture and entertainment, (2) food and cuisine, and (3) history and travel. The aim of these activities is to build a strong network for Lebanese in Portugal, to fundraise to support causes within the Lebanese diaspora, and to raise awareness and inform the Portuguese about Lebanon (via entertainment, history and travel).
Our Governance
We are committed to transparent governance in everything that we do. Caram’s strategy and finances are led by a Management Board, a Supervisory Board and a Statutory Auditor composed of its seven founding members and chaired by its President. The Management Board meets regularly and decisions are taken through voting and by majority vote. Posts on the various governance bodies are set at two-year terms. The governance bodies have a member limit of ten people, and applications for new members are available every two years.