Calipso International and Beirut Annunciation Orthodox College Sign First Green Initiative School Partnership

Beirut, Lebanon — September 16, 2026 — Calipso International and Beirut Annunciation Orthodox College have signed the first school partnership under the Green Initiative, a pioneering program developed to eliminate disposable plastic uniform bags by transitioning school-uniform distribution toward reusable and returnable alternatives.

The collaboration began earlier this year when Calipso International and Beirut Annunciation Orthodox College bulk-packaged one uniform item instead of using individual plastic bags — a decision that has already avoided more than 5,200 single-use plastic bags. That measurable result helped inspire Calipso International to develop the Green Initiative into a broader, structured program.

The partnership reflects both parties’ shared commitment to practical environmental education, visible responsibility, community leadership and reusable products designed to continue serving students beyond a single uniform-collection day.

Partnership implementation and roadmap

The 2026–2027 first phase begins with reusable uniform backpacks. The wider Green Initiative framework includes totes, pouches, canvas packaging envelopes and returnable bulk-delivery bags designed to replace disposable plastic packaging across factory logistics, school delivery, uniform packaging, student collection and everyday reuse. After approximately three months, the program will be evaluated and a roadmap prepared for wider implementation during the 2027–2028 academic year.

Partnership voices

“We sincerely thank the management of Beirut Annunciation Orthodox College. Their trust and cooperation have made this important partnership possible and demonstrated how committed school leadership can turn environmental responsibility into practical action. We especially commend Ms. Nayla Khoury Daoun, School Principal, for her professionalism, cooperation and leadership, and we thank Mrs. Nathalie Moubayed Diab, Head of Material Management, for her valuable support. We look forward to evaluating the program’s impact together and building on its success.”

Ms. Rola Assal — Co-Founder & Business Operations Director, Calipso International

“We are committed, as a school, to model sustainable practices and environmental learning, in order to encourage and motivate our learners to become responsible stewards engaged in protecting the environment and in contributing to a sustainable future for Lebanon.”

Ms. Nayla Khoury Daoun — School Principal, Beirut Annunciation Orthodox College

“Through the Green Initiative, Beirut Annunciation Orthodox College and Calipso International have established a partnership rooted in shared purpose, ethical responsibility and a genuine commitment to practical environmental progress. We are confident that this strong alignment will bear fruit through meaningful, measurable achievements, demonstrating what education and industry can accomplish when they work together toward the same goals.”

Nader Assal — Head of Creative & Strategic Operations, Calipso International