MONA Program (Moments of Nurture and Affection)

MONA Program (Moments of Nurture and Affection)

Restoring dignity through sustainable energy.

About

MONA (Moments of Nurture and Affection) is a community initiative launched in 2023 to address energy poverty among vulnerable elderly households in rural Chouf villages. The program installs optimized solar mini-systems providing lighting, refrigeration, and safe medication storage at zero recurring cost for elderly people unable to afford subsidized electricity. MONA improves the health, safety, and dignity of elderly residents through sustainable solutions.

Mission

To protect the health, safety, and dignity of vulnerable elderly populations through access to clean and reliable energy.

Vision

A resilient community where no elderly person lives without access to safe and sustainable electricity.

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Why It Matters?

Electricity is not a luxury — it is essential for:

  • Health
  • Safety
  • Dignity

MONA Restores All Three.

Problem

Lebanon's electricity crisis has left households with less than 3 hours of electricity per day, forcing reliance on expensive diesel generators.

Elderly individuals are among the most affected:

  • 80%+ have no stable income
  • Unable to afford generator subscriptions
  • Living in unsafe and unhealthy conditions

This leads to:

  • Inability to store food and medication
  • Increased health risks
  • Isolation and poor living conditions
Solar panels in a rural setting
Installed solar energy system

Solution

Damouras launched the MONA program in 2023 to provide solar energy systems to vulnerable elderly households in the Chouf region.

These systems provide:

  • Lighting
  • Refrigeration
  • Basic electricity

At zero recurring cost

Objectives

Reduce health risks linked to energy poverty
Prevent injuries through safe lighting
Enable proper storage of medication and food
Eliminate reliance on diesel generators
Strengthen community resilience

Process

Identify Vulnerable Households with Local Authorities
Install Optimized Solar Systems
Conduct Home Assessments
Train Beneficiaries
Partner with Solar Companies (3+ bids)
Monitor Performance and Impact

Impact

15
Homes Equipped With Solar Systems
5
Villages Reached
Dozens
Of Elderly Individuals Supported

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