SOCIAL COHESION
FFC’s social cohesion approach focuses on fostering trust, collaboration, and community ownership among vulnerable populations. Through dialogue sessions, participatory workshops, and community-led initiatives, the project rebuilt social cohesion and strengthened trust among Syrian refugee communities in Central Bekaa. Youth and women were empowered to take leadership roles in peacebuilding and collaborative projects, enabling them to address local challenges, strengthen social ties, and promote sustainable community-led solutions that enhance resilience and collective well-being.
STRENGTHENING SOCIAL SOLIDARITY AND REBUILDING TRUST IN SYRIAN REFUGEE COMMUNITIES.
The project Strengthening Social Solidarity and Rebuilding Trust in Syrian Refugee Communities in Central Bekaa aimed to rebuild social cohesion and strengthen trust among refugee communities across five towns: Saadnayel, Taanayel, Taalabaya, Qobelias, and Majdal Anjar. Over 18 months, the initiative
engaged Syrian refugee men, women, and youth in 26 groups of approximately 20 participants each, using focus group discussions, dialogue sessions, and participatory workshops to explore themes of
justice, cooperation, and social responsibility.
Youth and women received training in leadership, conflict resolution, and community organizing, which
enabled them to initiate several locally led peacebuilding projects. These activities fostered stronger
connections within communities, improved dialogue between previously divided groups, and empowered local leaders to take ownership of solutions to shared challenges.
Community-led initiatives developed during the program addressed collective concerns, strengthened social ties, and promoted collaboration among different groups. Lessons learned highlighted the
importance of safe, inclusive spaces and local ownership for sustainable impact.
Overall, the project demonstrated the resilience and leadership potential within refugee
communities, showcasing the effectiveness of participatory and inclusive approaches in
post-displacement settings.
LOCATION
Aarsal, Lebanon
DURATION
2023, 2024
BENEFICIARIES
600 Syrian refugee children