A Generation at the Crossroads: Youth Amid Conflict and Aspirations
This report explores the impact of the 2024 conflict on youth and how this impacts their aspirations moving forward.
The 2024 conflict between Lebanon and Israel has profoundly impacted youth in Lebanon, reshaping their mental health, educational opportunities, economic prospects, and political and civic engagement. The conflict began on September 23, 2024, following months of escalating tensions along the border. It intensified rapidly, with ground operations launched by Israel in southern Lebanon. Reports indicate that the escalation of hostilities led to widespread displacement, psychological distress, and disruptions in essential services, particularly for young people.
This report, which was developed under the framework of the She Leads project, led by Plan International, examines these effects in detail. The research executed during March and April 2025 utilised a mixed-methods approach to gather comprehensive and reliable data, incorporating key informant interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs), and an online survey. Fifteen in-depth interviews provided valuable insights from stakeholders involved in youth projects, while 5 FGDs with a diverse group of 67 youth participants enriched the data. An online survey targeting individuals aged 15 to 24 garnered 186 responses, quantifying the impact of the conflict on youth.
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