Future Prospects?!

Future prospects?!4 min First as Tragedy, Then as Farce: The Post-Crisis-Generation

Lebanon’s newly minted workforce has found itself cast into multiple dilemmas from the get-go. Between establishing a life at home or leaving for new opportunities abroad. Bachar Bzeih (22) gives compelling insights into the situation of his generation.

Future Prospects?!5 min Yemen's young people: Coffee production offers a fresh perspective

When the war in Yemen broke out in March 2015, the country was plunged into a profound crisis. One unexpected positive side effect of the war, however, is that it has led to a remarkable flourishing of entrepreneurial spirit. After all, Yemen’s young people have had to find ways to secure a future for themselves. 

The Unemployment Diaries Different Education Systems, Same Results

The educational order around the world has mostly prioritized uncritical engagement, and rank and score chasing, over actual learning. The impact of this on students’ lives and prospects has been immense. Taking our experiences with three different Arab educational systems, we reflect on the way the educational order appeared in, and shaped, our lives.

The Unemployment Diaries3 min Interns for Life

In a world where education meets exploitation, three voices emerge from Syria and Lebanon, exposing the harsh realities of university internships. Join Jenan, Bachar, and Hala as they navigate a system plagued by financial constraints, lack of practical experience, and unpaid labor.