Lebanon’s displaced children and youth from the South cannot afford further disruption to their education

The conflict in the South of Lebanon has exacerbated the multiple crises that have disrupted the education of the most marginalized children and youth in the country.

In times of conflict and displacement, education is a critical lifeline, offering children a safe space to learn and grow and providing families with crucial and life-saving information related to safety, mental health, and children's protection. For Lebanon, sustaining education is paramount for the country's recovery.

We urge all stakeholders to prioritize education during these critical times. The Government of Lebanon and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education must ensure that schools not only remain open, but also that their use as shelters is considered a measure of last resort. There is an urgent need to support the capacity for Education in Emergencies (EiE) and Child Protection in Emergencies (CPiE) among sector partners, particularly for those actively engaged in response efforts in the south. We call upon education donors to allocate sufficient funding to address the escalating needs in the south and prevent further learning losses.