Social Policy

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

International Labour Organization This report provides a summary of the particular vulnerability of migrant workers during the COVID-19 health emergency, with a focus on migrant domestic workers in Lebanon. Report

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COVID-19 in Somalia: A Conflict-Sensitive Response to Overlapping Crises

Saferworld This article reports on the overlapping crises existing in Somalia during the COVID-19 pandemic while providing some recommendations for aid agencies on how to respond to conflict sensitively. Article

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COVID-19 Restrictions Offer Window into Palestinian Experience

Human Rights Watch This article reports on the lives of the Palestinian population during the COVID-19 pandemic and under the occupation. Article

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COVID-19: Living Through a Pandemic in Morocco

Barcelona Institute for Global Health This article assesses the economic and social measures the Moroccan government adopted to tackle the problems posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Article

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The Impact Of The COVID-19 Pandemic on Syrians: An Analysis By Syrian Civil Society 

Half of Syria This report highlights the key challenges and concerns facing Syrians during the COVID-19 pandemic taking into account the civil war, sanctions, and restrictions imposed on different regions after the COVID-19 outbreak. Report

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Republic of Djibouti: COVID-19 Situation Report #3

United Nations This situation report provides an overview of Djibouti’s coronavirus situation and assesses the preparedness and response of multiple sectors. Report

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Refugees at Risk in Jordan’s Response to COVID-19

Middle East Research and Information Project This article reports on the impact of COVID-19 (including containment measures and pre-existing living conditions) on refugees in Jordan as well as Jordan’s responses (international aid and funds from ongoing programs.) Article

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The Consequences of the Coronavirus in Lebanon

Arab America This article reports on the Lebanese government’s response to the spread of the virus, the changes in Lebanese people’s lifestyles, and the impact of COVID-19 on refugees. Article

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How Will Remittances Affect the Somali COVID-19 Response?

LSE This article reports on the effects of remittances on the Somali COVID-19 response. Article

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COVID 19: Assessing Vulnerabilities and Impacts on Iraq

Chatham House This article analyzes the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak in Iraq, a country already in turmoil, facing a myriad of vulnerabilities due to corruption and a lack of governance. Article

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