To gain deeper understanding of the drivers and triggers of emerging social tensions during the ongoing war, and the rise of internal displacement, ALEF is analyzing incidents, news reports, UNDP’s Tensions Monitoring System, and other secondary sources, in addition to community perceptions gathered by the Working Group for People Affected by the Syrian Crisis (WG [...]
To gain deeper understanding of the drivers and triggers of emerging social tensions during the ongoing war, and the rise of internal displacement, ALEF is analyzing incidents, news reports, UNDP’s Tensions Monitoring System, and other secondary sources, in addition to community perceptions gathered by the Working Group for People Affected by the Syrian Crisis (WG [...]
To gain deeper understanding of the drivers and triggers of emerging social tensions during the ongoing war, and the rise of internal displacement, ALEF is analyzing incidents, news reports, UNDP’s Tensions Monitoring System, and other secondary sources, in addition to community perceptions gathered by the Working Group for People Affected by the Syrian Crisis (WG [...]
ALEF is producing a series of policy briefs to address the drivers of social tensions in Lebanon and the impact of the different reform processes in the country on social cohesion. It aims to highlight the urgent need for longer-term policy interventions to protect the different communities in Lebanon and marginalized groups. ALEF is analyzing [...]
Between September and November 2024, the escalation of war led to widespread displacement in Lebanon, intensifying tensions between internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities. This displacement strained access to basic needs, healthcare, and shelter, while economic hardship and the rising cost of living deepened psychological distress. Many IDPs reported feelings of humiliation, marginalization, and [...]
Lebanon continues to face escalating insecurity and deteriorating living conditions, with intensified Israeli strikes on the South and Beqaa resulting in 564 deaths, including 133 civilians, and widespread destruction. Alongside physical threats, communities report rising cyber-harassment and online gender-based violence. Syrian refugees remain particularly vulnerable due to discriminatory policies, fear of deportation, and challenges in [...]
After a challenging hiatus, ALEF is proud to release our long-awaited situation report on the state of human rights in Lebanon, covering the period from 2019 to 2023. Since 1999, our annual reports have been central to our mission, shedding light on Lebanon's human rights challenges. The crises of recent years—including political deadlock, financial collapse, [...]
The perceptions collected during this quarter reflect the nationwide sense of insecurity and instability. There is prominent division of public opinion regarding Syrian refugees, but the majority perceives their presence in Lebanon as a threat to social, economic, and political stability. The widening of the scope of Israel’s targets on South Lebanon and the Beqaa, [...]
The Triple Nexus Platform (TNP) is a subgroup of the PASC Working Group facilitated by ALEF- act for human rights and is part of the ‘Durable Solution for Syrian Refugees in Lebanon’ program funded by the Belgian Directorate-General for Development (Belgian government) and led by 11.11.11. The TNP aims to enhance collaboration among PASC members, [...]
The Working Group for Persons Affected by the Syrian Crisis in Lebanon (WG PASC) is a voluntary, inter-organizational network of 31 local CSOs, facilitated by ALEF - act for human rights. Open to all local CSOs working with individuals affected by the Syrian crisis, WG PASC aims to enhance the capacity and influence of CSOs [...]
