Robbed of Childhood, Running from War

There are no official refugee camps for Syrian refugees in Lebanon. Many families are being hosted by Lebanese families, however there are some who have no other option but to seek refuge in abandoned buildings and temporary shelters. Some refugee families have been able to rent accommodation, but children living like this talk of overcrowding, some are living with 45 people in a five-room house, or living with 11 people in one room.

This report places the spotlight on children, hearing from them the
biggest challenges they face each day. World Vision visited with 100 Syrian children, aged 7-13 in Central and West Bekaa. Through focus group discussions with 60 children and key informant interviews with 40 children and 12 households, World Vision heard their stories, asked questions and listened. The information contained in the attached report captures their experiences.