Key findings from a national survey on Lebanese political attitudes and practices were released by the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES). The data gives much insight into the status of women in Lebanon.

The survey was conducted as part of IFES’ Status of Women in the Middle East and North Africa (SWMENA) project, which seeks to propel the efforts of local nonprofits working to improve the standing of women in the MENA region. 

The first phase of the SWMENA project is to acquire scientific survey data in three countries- Lebanon, Morocco, and Yemen- to accurately identify and properly address the areas of greatest need for women. The second phase of the project is to deliver the data to local nonprofit advocacy groups or individuals who focus on women’s issues, and train them to use the information to better advance their goals.

Lebanon is the first of the three countries for which this data is available. The survey findings and training to effectively use them were presented to local groups and academics on February 17 and 18 in Beirut.

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