Legal Intervention to Defend and Protect Syrian Refugees in Lebanon

This study falls within the framework of a fragile environment. It aims to shed light on what Syrian refugees in Lebanon face at governmental and political levels and their exit from Lebanon by illegal migration. First, after presenting the Lebanese context, this report will attempt to describe the different legal and illegal discrimination patterns and violations among Syrians in Lebanon.

The study will show that achieving some concrete steps to help improve the social conditions of Syrians requires a commitment from everyone, such as international community, non-governmental organisations, and the Lebanese government. The report concludes with recommendations to combat the abuse of Syrian refugees in Lebanon and the growth of hate speech on the one hand, and, on the other, the possibility of effectively reducing illegal migration through protection measures and a renewed Euro-Lebanese strategy focused on circular migration, investments, and creative cooperation.