Final Evaluation of The Al Bawsalah Project (2012-2025)
INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND The MENA region continues to face political instability, protracted conflicts, economic fragility, and a shrinking civic space. These dynamics have led to widespread displacement, high unemployment, growing psychosocial distress, and entrenched youth marginalization. Violent repression and arbitrary restrictions further constrain civic participation, especially for displaced and refugee youth. These challenges are compounded by global stressors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change. Despite these barriers, young people across the region persist in advocating for their…