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Apply now for post-graduate studies in Japan for the academic year 2025-2026 through the Japanese Initiative for the Future of Syrian Refugees (JISR) offered by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

This call for application closes on March 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM 🗓️ (Lebanon Local Time)

To be considered, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

✅ Be a Syrian national living in Lebanon and known to UNHCR (have a UNHCR certificate or barcode),

✅ Hold a bachelor’s degree or currently be in the final year of an undergraduate program,

✅ Be between 22 to 39 years of age (as of 1 September 2025),

✅ Be proficient in English.

📌 For detailed information on how to apply, required documents, eligibility criteria and available Japanese universities and research fields, visit the following link: https://www.jica.go.jp/Resource/syria/english/office/others/jisr.html

📩 Apply now for this exciting opportunity! 🌟

⚠️ Attention: Candidates are invited to submit their applications in secured ‘drop boxes’ at UNHCR reception centers between 8 AM to 2 PM, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). Youth residing in the south of Lebanon should submit their application at the UNHCR reception center in Mount Lebanon, Beirut. To avoid crowds, we recommend going in the afternoon. Personal presence is not required – any trusted persons can submit your application on your behalf. Please do not submit applications to the guards.

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The World University Service of Canada (WUSC) invites qualified refugee youth in Lebanon to apply for the Student Refugee Program (SRP) in pursuit of higher education in Canada!

This call for application closes on February 21, 2025, at 11:59 PM 🗓️ (Lebanon Local Time)

To be considered, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

✅ Be known to UNHCR (hold a UNHCR certificate or barcode),

✅ Currently residing in Lebanon with arrival before January 1, 2022

✅ Hold a secondary school graduate with official transcripts (minimum grade: 65% or equivalent)

✅ Aged 18-25 as of January 1, 2025 (born between January 1, 2000 – January 1, 2007)

✅ Proficient in English or French

✅ Single (unmarried) with no children

✅ Self-reliant, mature, and suitable for resettlement to Canada

📌 How to Apply:

Complete the online SRP Application Form here:

🔗 https://forms.gle/WC2Didn5Pv8tpjvm6 – Upload scanned copies of required supporting documents.

⚠️ Important Considerations:

🔷 The SRP values gender equality—qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!

🔷 Applications are accepted in English or French. If you speak both, please indicate this on the form.

🔷 Only shortlisted candidates who meet all eligibility criteria will be contacted.

📧 Questions? Email: [email protected] (No phone calls, please).

📢 Spread the word and apply today for a better future! 🎓

#EducationForAll #SRP2026 #RefugeeEducation

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Be alert to these latest scams circulating via SMS and on social media.

• Remember: All humanitarian assistance is free of charge.

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Here are some tips for staying safe in winter.

To prevent and respond to fire incidents during winter.

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Scams on social media are increasing, be alert to the latest ones identified by UNHCR.

If in doubt: pause, reflect, ask to verify with UNHCR or a trusted service provider.

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UNHCR’s Representative has shared an End of Year message to all communities in Lebanon affected by conflict and displacement this past year. To view the message, click here.  

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UNHCR’s National Call Center will close at 12:30 PM on Tuesday 31 December and will be closed on Wednesday 1 January for New Year.

Find information on services on HELP Lebanon.

• For updated emergency resources
• If you are under 18
• For step-by-step guidance navigating the automated National Call Center system

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UNHCR’s National Call Center will close at 12:30 PM on Tuesday 24 December and will be closed on Wednesday 25 December for Christmas.

Find information on services on HELP Lebanon.

• For updated emergency resources: help.unhcr.org/lebanon/emergency
• If you are under 18: help.unhcr.org/Lebanon/are-you-under-18
• For step-by-step guidance navigating the automated National Call Center system: help.unhcr.org/lebanon/call-center

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The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence comes to an end today. Keep raising awareness, supporting survivors, protecting children, and advocating for safety and equality in our communities. Together we can create a future free of violence 🧡.

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It’s important to look out for strange looking objects because they can be explosive and cause serious harm. Sometimes they are hidden, and they can have different shapes, sizes, and colors.

Do you know the 5 steps to keep you safe when you see a strange object? 

1. Look around
2. STOP
3. Do not approach
4. Do not touch
5. Scream for help or call the Lebanese Mine Action Center at 05956143

To learn more about how to stay safe if you see an explosive object, check the flyer or ask an adult to explain what it says.

If you are under 18, you can also find other helpful information here.