Public Health

COVID-19 Stressors on Migrant Workers in Kuwait: Cumulative Risk Considerations

BMJ Global Health This article reports on the condition of migrant workers after being exposed to additional stressors of COVID-19 and related responses. It provides a comprehensive risk assessment framework for migrant workers living in Kuwait. Journal Article

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CEALT Contributes to COVID-19 Management in Djibouti

Association of African Universities This article details the impact of the Centre of Excellence in Transport and Logistics (CEALT) hosted by the University of Djibouti on managing the COVID-19 crisis. Article

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COVID-19 and Syrian Refugees in Lebanon 

Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung This article explores the discriminatory measures against Syrian refugees in Lebanon and how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected their socioeconomic living conditions and quality of life as well as how local organizations rose to the challenge. Report

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Despite Compounding Challenges, Women in Iraq Play Vital Roles in the Country’s COVID-19 Response

UN Women This article reports on the additional burden placed on Iraqi women as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak through telling the stories of multiple women. Article

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Socio-economic Framework for Jordan COVID-19 Response

UNSDG This Socio-Economic Framework (SEF) report for Jordan is the UN’s response to the unprecedented and multi-layered needs associated with the COVID-19 crisis. Report

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Refugees and Migrants in Tunisia – A Focus on Employment and Livelihoods

Mixed Migration Centre This report explores the impact that COVID-19 and the measures to prevent its spread have had on refugees’ and migrants’ employment and livelihood opportunities in Tunisia. Report

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COVID-19 Socio-Economic Response and Recovery Plan for Egypt

United Nations This report provides socio-economic impact assessments of the COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt and offers strategic plans to mobilize resources and address negative impacts. Report

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Spatiotemporal Dynamics of the COVID-19 Pandemic in the State of Kuwait

International Journal of Infectious Diseases This paper discusses a study exploring the temporal and spatiotemporal dynamics of the COVID-19 pandemic in Kuwait using daily confirmed case data collected between 23 February and 07 May 2020. Journal Article

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Impact of COVID-19 on Syrian Refugees and Host Communities in Jordan and Lebanon

International Labour Organization This report addresses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Syrian refugees in Lebanon and Jordan. Report

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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Quality of Life and Well-Being in Morocco

Preprints This working paper aims to assess the health and well-being of adults not infected with COVID-19 after two months of quarantine in Morocco. Working Paper

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