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Context
The country continues to host a large number of Syrian refugees, whose living conditions are deteriorating due to the precarious economic situation. Inflation, particularly on imported food and agricultural products, is exacerbated by the repercussions of the war in Ukraine.
From September to November 2024, the war with Israel and the bombing of southern Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, and Beirut led to significant internal displacement. People living near the border fled to the north of the country, increasing pressure on already vulnerable areas. The destruction of civilian infrastructure, particularly water and electricity networks, is limiting access to basic services and creating precarious living conditions for displaced people returning to their regions of origin after the ceasefire.
Inefficient public services, deteriorating infrastructure, and unstable markets exacerbate the basic needs of the Lebanese population and Syrian refugees. At the same time, climate change is affecting the availability of natural resources, particularly water, and increasing vulnerability to natural disasters. Water shortages and extreme weather events have become major concerns for communities.
In this context, humanitarian aid is essential to meet the growing needs of affected populations. Coordinated action is needed to provide vital assistance, particularly in the areas of water, hygiene, health, and food security.
- 5.7 million inhabitants
- 109th out of 193 countries on the Human Development Index
Our action
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Mission
opened in 2013 -
Team
5 international staff
103 national staff - Budget 8.1M€
Faced with rapidly escalating tensions in southern Lebanon, then throughout the country, SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL teams immediately deployed an emergency humanitarian response. On the ground, they mobilized without delay to help people affected by mass displacement, who were often forced to seek refuge in overcrowded areas lacking basic infrastructure, including access to drinking water.
Aware that, in a crisis situation, rapid access to water, hygiene, and sanitation is essential to complement health services and preserve the lives, dignity, and safety of displaced persons, the teams took the initiative. Thanks to this foresight, SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL was able to respond immediately to the vital needs of the affected communities and effectively prevent health risks, particularly the spread of diseases linked to poor living conditions.
Institutional and private financial partners AFD, UNICEF, CDCS, AAP, MADAD, ECHO, OCHA, AERMC, Veolia Fundation, Start Fund
Operational partners ACF, ACTED, GVC, CRF, CRL, Lebanon Reforestation Initiative (LRI), René Mawad Foundation (RMF), Farah Social Foundation (FSF), HI, RI, NRC, OXFAM, Terre des Hommes, ABAAD
Our impact
Responding to the needs of vulnerable populations following sudden shocks
- Urban shelter program
- Distribution of water and hygiene kits
- Distribution of food and meals
Ensuring the provision of basic services and strengthening the capacity of vulnerable populations to cope with shocks
- Agricultural training
- Support for agricultural production
- Rehabilitation of irrigation systems
- Water management training
- WASH (water, hygiene and sanitation) rehabilitation
Enhancing the resilience of communities and systems by strengthening the capacity of local actors to provide public services
- Coordination and communication with stakeholders
- Support for the development of WASH actors
- Training in agroecology
Should you have any questions, please contact Thomas Janny.
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