Page 1 — Introduction and Context 
Lebanese families face an increasingly dire situation as safety deteriorates and humanitarian services collapse. Economic hardship, political paralysis, and civil unrest have created an environment where essential services such as healthcare, education, and electricity are no longer guaranteed. 

For many households, the lack of safety and support leaves no choice but to flee abroad in search of dignity and survival. 

Page 2 — Historical and Political Background 
Lebanon’s fragility is rooted in decades of mismanagement, corruption, and conflict. The country’s sectarian-based political system has produced weak governance unable to respond to crises. 

The 2019 financial collapse, followed by the catastrophic 2020 Beirut port explosion, exposed the failure of the state to protect its citizens. Combined with long-standing neglect of public services, these events left families increasingly reliant on international aid — aid that has since diminished. 

Page 3 — Humanitarian Crisis and Lack of Safety 
Lebanese families endure overlapping crises: 

- Healthcare collapse: hospitals short on medicine, fuel, and staff. 
- Education crisis: teachers unpaid and schools closing. 
- Basic services failure: electricity and water shortages widespread. 
- Civil unrest: protests and clashes deepen insecurity. 
- Humanitarian aid decline: international support reduced despite rising need. 

These failures deprive families of security and stability, forcing them to look abroad for survival. 

Page 4 — Consequences for Citizens and Society 
For individuals, the lack of safety and humanitarian services means hunger, illness, and insecurity. Families are fractured as some members migrate while others remain behind in worsening conditions. 

For Lebanese society, mass flight deepens economic collapse, accelerates brain drain, and undermines social cohesion. Internationally, Lebanon’s humanitarian crisis contributes to refugee flows and heightens concerns about regional instability. 

Page 5 — Solutions and Conclusion 
Responding to Lebanon’s crisis requires urgent reforms and international assistance. 

Key steps include: 
- Service restoration: stabilise healthcare, education, and electricity infrastructure. 
- Anti-corruption efforts: ensure aid and public funds reach citizens. 
- Safety guarantees: protect citizens from unrest and insecurity. 
- Humanitarian aid expansion: increase international assistance to families in need. 
- Migration support: provide asylum and protection for families fleeing Lebanon. 

Until these measures are taken, the lack of safety and humanitarian services will continue to force Lebanese families abroad, searching for dignity and hope denied at home.