The Living Reality Of Palestinians In Refugee Camps In Lebanon

Abstract

The research aims to describe the living conditions of approximately 280,000 Palestinian refugees scattered among twelve camps and gatherings. These areas consist of concrete blocks with corrugated roofs, narrow alleys with sewage and water pipes, and a complex network of makeshift electric wires. The result shows that they faced significant challenges and violations of their human rights and targeted basic needs like healthcare costs and potable water, poor drainage, school overcrowding, students not allowed to enroll in Lebanese public schools, limited access to the labor market, and property ownership not allowed. The Lebanese government does not assure security and is limited to camp entrance checkpoints. “Death wires” due to hazardous electricity networks. A qualitative method is used to collect data through deep desk review incorporating statistical data. This led to a critical analytical approach and the researcher's accumulated experience through work in one of the oldest organizations providing services to Palestinian refugees in Lebanon.