Decent Work for Migrants in the Middle East
15.07.2019
- 30.06.2023
This program contributes to decent work opportunities for migrants and refugees in the Middle East which is one of the largest migrant hosting regions globally due to economic demands and displacement from conflict. It complements the focus on Asian migrants with migrants from Africa and seek closer partnership with the private sector. Due to its relevant expertise and experience in decent work and fair recruitment, Switzerland is well placed to contribute to an improved protection and an enhanced wellbeing of migrant workers and self-reliance for refugees, to maximize the productive potential of migration, and to counter irregular and unsafe migration.
Small Actions Credit Line (Quick Impact)
01.03.2019
- 31.12.2021
The Small Actions Credit Line (Quick Impact) is a humanitarian instrument of the Swiss Embassy's cooperation office that allows a fast response to requests for moderate one-time funding of limited duration. It enables the Embassy's cooperation office in Lebanon to fund small scale development or humanitarian activities that addresses needs of refugees, IDPs, vulnerable migrants or communities at risk, supports the strategic strengthening of the portfolio of the Swiss Cooperation Strategy Middle East and which contribute to the visibility of Swiss presence in the region.
Projet terminé
Allocation of SDC Funding to ICRC Operations in 2019
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2019
In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to ICRC operations allows the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to respond proactively and to provide immediate protection and assistance for people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence.
SDC Education Fund
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2022
As part of its increased commitment for Education and of the implementation of SDC’s Education Strategy, the SDC launches an Education Fund in order to incentivize innovation and the application of new approaches in basic education/vocational skills development and through educational activities across sectors. Innovation can have a catalytic effect on the effectiveness of programmes in and through education. Education is a core enabler for sustainable development and is an important lever in Switzerland’s commitment to promote human and economic development, peace and stability.
Projet terminé
Eau et assainissement pour les réfugiés Syriens et leurs hôtes libanais
15.07.2017
- 31.07.2020
La crise syrienne a un impact considérable sur le Liban. Le pays accueille plus d’un million de réfugiés syriens. Les besoins de base ne sont pas couverts en raison de cette croissance démographique sans-précédent et du manque d’infrastructures. La DDC soutient un projet de la Croix-Rouge libanaise dans le gouvernorat d’Akkar à la frontière syrienne. Il permet aux réfugiés syriens et aux communautés hôtes d’accéder à l’eau et à l’assainissement.
| Pays/région | Thème | Période | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Liban |
Eau Changement climatique & environnement
Approvisionnement en eau
Assainissement d'eau
Réduction des risques de catastrophes
|
15.07.2017 - 31.07.2020 |
CHF 1'100'000 |
LEB – Improved Water Resources Monitoring and Integrated Water Resources Management in the North of Lebanon
01.07.2017
- 30.09.2021
For over five years now, the Syria crisis is continuing to affect middle-income neighbouring countries. As a result, Lebanon hosts the highest number of refugees per capita in the world. The weak governance of the Government has been worsened with the burden of the refugees from Syria and Palestine who use the same overstretched infrastructure and public services. The project aims at enabling the water authorities to better manage the water sector for the benefit of the vulnerable communities in the North of the country.
La Suisse maintient son aide en faveur des réfugiés de Palestine
01.01.2017
- 31.12.2020
L’UNRWA est un partenaire stratégique de la Suisse au Proche-Orient depuis la création de l’Office en 1949. La contribution de la Suisse est principalement destinée à favoriser l’accès des populations concernées à l’éducation, à la protection de la santé et aux prestations sociales. Elle contribue ainsi à ouvrir de nouvelles perspectives, à réduire le risque de radicalisation chez les jeunes et à promouvoir une plus grande stabilité dans la région,
| Pays/région | Thème | Période | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Jordanie Liban Autorité Palestinienne Syrie |
Education Santé Aide humanitaire & RRC
Enseignement primaire
Système de santé primaire
Protection, accès & sécurité
|
01.01.2017 - 31.12.2020 |
CHF 92'000'000 |
Projet terminé
Allocation of SDC Funding to WFP Operations in 2017
01.01.2017
- 31.12.2017
In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to WFP operations allows the World Food Programme (WFP) to respond proactively and to provide immediate food assistance in life-threatening situations.
Projet terminé
Allocation of SDC Funding to ICRC Operations in 2017
01.01.2017
- 31.12.2017
In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to ICRC operations allows the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to respond proactively and to provide immediate protection and assistance for people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence.
Projet terminé
Allocation of SDC Funding to UNHCR Operations in 2017
01.01.2017
- 31.12.2017
In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to UNHCR operations allows the UN Refugee Agency to respond proactively and to provide immediate protection and assistance to refugees and internally displaced people in life-threatening situations and underfunded emergencies.
Projet terminé
Les Sarments de Lavaux - Food Aid Swiss Dairy Products (Lebanon)
01.01.2017
- 31.07.2018
Through the usage of food aid in the form of Swiss dairy products, Swiss Humanitarian Aid contributes to the prevention and treatment of malnutrition, undernourishment, and disease. The SDC’s Humanitarian Aid administers the credit granted by parliament for a yearly amount of some CHF 20 million destined for the purchase of Swiss dairy products and their use for the benefit of the needy. Its task is to ensure a sustainable, targeted, and closely monitored food aid.
Projet terminé
Liban : Education et soins dans un quartier où cohabitent Libanais, Syriens et Palestiniens
01.08.2016
- 30.06.2021
Les habitants du quartier d’Hay el Gharbé au sud de Beyrouth vivent dans une situation très précaire. Depuis 2012, le voisinage compte aussi des réfugiés syriens en son sein. La DDC soutient Tahaddi, une ONG libanaise, dont les services ont fait une réelle différence dans la vie des résidents de cette banlieue. Son centre éducatif, par exemple, a permis à de nombreux enfants de (re)trouver la voie de la scolarisation et de sortir de la misère.
| Pays/région | Thème | Période | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Liban |
Education Santé
Enseignement primaire
Système de santé primaire
Services médicaux
|
01.08.2016 - 30.06.2021 |
CHF 1'270'000 |
