Social Policy

Policy and Institutional Responses to COVID-19 in the Middle East and North Africa: Jordan

Brookings Institution This report discusses the negative consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic in Jordan and assesses the government responses in the several sectors affected by the pandemic. Report

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Socio-Economic and Political Impact of COVID-19 on the GCC States

Atlantic Council This report discusses the socio-economic and political implications of COVID-19 on the GCC States. Report

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Iraq’s Fragile State in the Time of COVID-19

Middle East Institute This article reports on the spread of COVID-19 in Iraq, the struggles to combat it, and its impacts on the forcibly displaced, women and children. Article

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Spatiotemporal Assessment of COVID-19 Spread over Oman Using GIS Techniques

Earth Systems and Environment This article adopted spatiotemporal analysis to explore the spatial patterns of the spread of COVID-19 during the period from 29th April to 30th June 2020 in Oman. Journal Article

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COVID-19 Emergency Response Impact Report – Mauritania

World Vision This situation report covers emergency responses to the COVID-19 pandemic in Mauritania, including financial support and community awareness. Report

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Tackling COVID-19 in Informal Tented Settlements (Lebanon): An Assessment of Preparedness and Response Plans and their Impact on the Health Vulnerabilities of Syrian Refugees

Journal of Migration and Health This paper explores the nature and mechanisms of preparedness and response plans to COVID-19 in Syrian ITSs in Lebanon along with their immediate health impacts on refugees and their abilities to survive. Journal Article

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Economic Impacts of COVID-19 Lockdowns: An Examination of Recoveries in Jordan

International Growth Centre This report assesses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Jordanian economy, specifically on wages, purchasing power, and unemployment. Article

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COVID-19 Misinformation: Mere Harmless Delusions or Much More? A Knowledge and Attitude Cross-Sectional Study Among the General Public Residing in Jordan

PLOS One This article aims to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and effects of misinformation about COVID-19 on anxiety levels among the general public residing in Jordan. Journal Article

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Impacts of COVID-19 on Household Welfare in Tunisia

Institute of Labor Economics This paper examines the large impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the welfare of Tunisian households, policy implications, and conclusions. Report

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COVID-19 Impact on Vulnerable Households in Yemen (November 2020)

International Organization for Migration This report conducted by the Cash Consortium of Yemen (CCY) in August 2020 aims to better understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the economy of vulnerable households in Yemen. Report

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