Youth Against Extremism in Lebanon

This project seeks to empower Central Bekaa Saida and Tripoli youth with the skills and knowledge to contribute to their communities and promote individual and communal violent extremism rejection. The project seeks to reduce the vulnerability of Global Affairs Canada program beneficiaries to transnational threats posed by international terrorism. Project activities include: (1) training youth on journalism skills and journalism values; (2) training youth on social media activism and developing a social media strategy; (3) developing youth-driven websites and delivering content; and (4) organizing grant funded initiatives in each area.

The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) increased participation of Central Bekaa Saida and Tripoli youth in civic initiatives and media activities. This enables them to counter extremist organizations appeals by providing credible and viable alternatives; and (2) improved resilience and engagement in Central Bekaa Saida and Tripoli communities in countering violent extremism consistent with international norms and standards.