Mrs. Nazik
Rafik Hariri
A Legacy of Leadership, Education & Service
A Legacy of Leadership and Service
Mrs. Nazik Rafik Hariri has dedicated her life to advancing education, strengthening healthcare, and safeguarding Lebanon’s social fabric. Through decades of humanitarian engagement, she has championed institutions that provide opportunity, dignity, and hope for generations of Lebanese families.
Her work stands as a continuation of a shared national vision, rooted in knowledge, compassion, and resilience.
Education
Fostering academic distinction, innovation, and long-term institutional growth across schools and universities.
Inclusion
Championing equal opportunities and specialized learning environments for children of all abilities.
Service
Dedicated humanitarian initiatives, healthcare programs, and social empowerment across generations.
Her Educational Vision
Across Borders
Mrs. Nazik Rafik Hariri’s commitment to inclusive education extends beyond national boundaries. Guided by a belief that every child deserves dignity, opportunity, and specialized support when needed, she has led institutions dedicated to academic excellence and social inclusion across Lebanon and the Arab world.
In Lebanon, as President of the Rafik Hariri Foundation, she oversees a network of schools and Rafik Hariri University, advancing access to quality education and long-term institutional sustainability.
In Amman, she founded and leads the Nazik Al-Hariri Center for Special Education, a pioneering institution dedicated to children with diverse learning and developmental needs. The Center reflects her enduring vision: that inclusion is not charity, but a right.
Rafik Hariri Foundation
Comprehensive educational network dedicated to academic excellence and national empowerment.
Nazik Al-Hariri Center for Special Education
Pioneering institution dedicated to specialized learning environments, life-skills training, and empowering children of all abilities.
“Inclusion is not charity, but a right.”
Together, Mrs. Nazik Hariri and Prime Minister Rafik Hariri laid the foundations for institutions that continue to serve Lebanon today. While Mr. Hariri advanced national reconstruction and education reform, Mrs. Hariri strengthened the humanitarian and social pillars that sustain communities.
Their partnership reflected a unified belief: that education and healthcare are the cornerstones of national progress.
Explore the Founder’s Vision
A Living Continuation of an Educational Vision
In 2025, Mrs. Nazik Rafik Hariri advanced a shared educational vision through her support of the Lebanese American University’s expansion in Beirut. The establishment of the Rafik Hariri Complex for the Advancement of Human Learning stands as a continuation of Prime Minister Rafik Hariri’s enduring commitment to education, research, and national development.
Humanitarian Engagement Across Generations
Moments of impact, youth empowerment, and service across schools, universities, and centers.
Education as a Pathway
Mrs. Nazik Hariri believes in education as the cornerstone of stability and progress. Her projects prioritize quality, access, and empowerment for young learners across the region.
Promoting Academic Excellence and Recognizing Achievement
Mrs. Nazik Hariri is a strong supporter of academic excellence and consistently encouraged students who demonstrate outstanding scientific achievement. She believes in recognizing and rewarding talent as a way to inspire others to strive for higher standards. Her support for high achievers reflects her commitment to fostering a culture of motivation, dedication, and success in education.
Supporting Enrichment Programs
Mrs. Nazik Hariri is a strong supporter of all initiatives that enhance and complement education, that help students make informed academic and career choices, supporting many programs that empower youth to better understand their paths. Her commitment reflected a deep belief in nurturing well-rounded individuals through meaningful educational activities.
Building the Future Through Education
Mrs. Nazik Hariri has always been a strong advocate for higher education in Lebanese universities, believing in its power to shape minds and futures. This vision carries forward the message of President Hariri, who believed that education is the foundation upon which individuals and societies are built. Through learning, we create stronger, more resilient communities.
Committed to Inclusion
Through institutions like the Nazik Al‑Hariri Center for Special Education, she advances inclusion, ensuring that every child can access the specialized support they need to thrive.
Message from the President
Mrs. Nazik Rafik Hariri — President, Rafik Hariri Foundation
“Dear members of our community, I address you with these words while recalling the noble mission on which the Rafik Hariri Foundation was founded, a mission carried by the late President Rafik Hariri with his spirit and deep belief in Lebanon and its youth...”
Reflections & Official Addresses
Reflections on education, national solidarity, and enduring human values from the President of the Rafik Hariri Foundation.
Index of Reflections
12 EntriesMrs. Nazek Rafik Hariri Mourns Journalist Yumna Shari: “We knew Yumna through Future TV. Life suited her.”
A Vision Carried Forward
Mrs. Nazik Rafik Hariri’s dedication to education, inclusion, and humanitarian service continues to inspire the students, teachers, and leadership of Hariri High School III. Together, we carry this noble message into every classroom and community initiative.
