Not everyone can afford such expectations when being offered a new job. For a growing number of people around the world, this is merely a hope, maybe even a dream.
Getting closer to realizing this dream is a core objective of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: «Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all» (Goal 8).
As the crisis in Syria becomes increasingly protracted, its impact on Lebanon deepens. Unemployment is ballooning and social tensions between different communities are emerging.
This is, however, one side of the story.
The other side shows ways to benefit from the Syrian workforce to positively contribute to the Lebanese economy, art scene, culture and social activities.
Dwarfed by the Syrian crisis and its repercussions on Lebanon, the media often forgets that side of the story.
This supplement in your hands presents both sides. The current issue is focusing on the Syrian workforce in particular, and trying to offer a calm and rational approach to an issue that is often seen as controversial. It also makes a case for finding innovative responses that would benefit both Lebanese and Syrians and help build the future of this young generation.