Lebanese Scout Federation lead humanitarian response to escalating crisis

Lebanon is facing a severe humanitarian crisis following the latest conflict which broke out across the Middle East in late February. According to United Nations reports, nearly 700,000 people have been forced to flee their homes as the crisis escalates in Lebanon and the surrounding region. This includes approximately 200,000 children who have been displaced from their communities and can no longer attend schools.

In response to the humanitarian crisis, the Lebanese Scout Federation (LSF) has mobilised its network of more than 10,000 adult leaders and volunteers who are working around the clock to provide essential services and support to people and communities nationwide affected by the conflict.

The response is being coordinated by the LSF’s Disaster and Crisis Management Committee, and Scouts have already supported more than 26,000 families through emergency services. While the Federation’s committees oversee operations across Beirut, Bekaa, Mount Lebanon, and communities to the north and south of the country, volunteer leaders in the field are converting schools and public centres into safe spaces for displaced families. Their work includes securing accommodation in shelters, providing meals, distributing hygiene supplies, and pitching more than 100 tents at the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium.

The Federation is also prioritising the protection and well-being of children and youth by offering psychosocial support. Inside shelters, volunteers are running Scouting activities and educational games to help reduce trauma and restore a sense of safety and normal routine for young people.

As the crisis continues, the Federation is launching an appeal to sustain its humanitarian efforts and provide essential supplies and safety equipment for volunteers, ensuring they can continue supporting children, young people, and families affected by the ongoing conflict.