What Determines the Changing Food Security of Syrian Refugees in Lebanon? Open Access

Abstract

This study investigates the factors influencing the food security of Syrian refugees in Lebanon during the years surrounding the 2019 financial crisis. Utilizing household-level data, it focuses on demographic characteristics, asset access, and adverse conditions as key variables affecting food security outcomes. Employing an economic perspective and spanning multiple years, the research utilizes two distinct measures of food security. The analysis, conducted via multiple linear regression, reveals significant impacts of household head gender, presence of children under 5, asset ownership, and access to WFP e-cards on increasing food consumption and decreasing coping strategies. The findings underscore the multidimensional nature of food security among refugees, influenced by economic conditions and changes in humanitarian aid. Further exploration of these determinants is crucial for effective intervention and policy development.

Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................................1

Historical Context ...................................................................7

Data Description ....................................................................12

Models and Results ...............................................................14

Discussion ...............................................................................15

Conclusion...............................................................................20

References................................................................................21

Annex........................................................................................23

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School	Emory College
Department	Economics
Degree	B.A.
Submission	Honors Thesis
Language	English
Research Field	Economics, General Middle Eastern Studies Political Science, International Relations
Keyword	Lebanon Economic Development Food Security
Committee Chair / Thesis Advisor	Paloma Lopez de mesa Moyano, Emory University
Committee Members	Kelli Lanier, Emory University Nelson Lind, Emory University Hau Nguyen, Emory University

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