Lebanon remains a country hosting the largest number of refugees per capita and per square kilometre in the world, with the Government’s estimation of 1.5 million Syrian refugees and some 11,238 refugees of other nationalities1 .

With the country facing its worst socio-economic crisis in decades and ongoing clashes in the south, vulnerable populations have been deeply affected by a sharp increase in poverty, gaps in critical supply chains and limitations on access to food, healthcare, education and other basic services. As a consequence, it is estimated that more than half of the Lebanese population is living below the poverty line, while a shocking 9 out of 10 Syrian refugees require humanitarian assistance to meet their basic needs*.

The deep economic crisis in Lebanon has exacerbated the situation of both Lebanese and refugees. Like all communities in Lebanon, refugees are deeply affected by the compounded crises and critical situation affecting the country and are making difficult choices to survive every single day, including skipping meals, not seeking urgent medical treatment, and sending children to work instead of school. Since the beginning of the Gaza situation, ongoing clashes along the Blue Line across Lebanon’s southern border have displaced over 86,600 people, including some Syrian refugees. UNHCR works closely with the Government of Lebanon and numerous other national and international partners in providing protection and assistance to refugees and host communities, as well as stateless persons.

9 out of 10 need assistance to meet basic needs 37% children aged 6 to 14 years are out of school Only 20% of individuals aged 15+ years have legal residency

  • 88% are in debt
  • 41% of births registered
  • 71% of 15 to 17 years are out of learning
  • Only 5% are food secure 7% of children 5 to 17 years are working 84% in need of medications cannot access it

Budget needs are Usd545.2mln

  • Usd 434.5mln are Well-being and basic needs (cash and in-kind support)
  • Usd 25.6mln Access to healthcare Improved shelters or housing Procurement and logistics Community engagement and women empowerment
  • Usd 76.5mln Access to education Child protection Prevent and respond to gender based violence
  • Usd 8.5mln Registration and documentation Refugee status determination Coordination and emergency response
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