What does it take to modernize public services from within? For one Youth4Governance (Y4G) team, the answer began with understanding how Lebanon’s Ministry of Tourism works and identifying opportunities to make its services more efficient,
| Valentina Petersen | The Road to Digital Licensing Tourism licensing in Lebanon is about to move from paper to platform. For years, investors seeking licenses navigated a process spread across multiple offices, paper files,
In a year marked by war, uncertainty and mounting pressure on public institutions, ten young people chose not to stand on the sidelines. Instead, they stepped into Lebanon’s public institutions, working alongside ministries and public
Last year we marked five years of Youth4Governance. Here is what that milestone meant, and why the work is more alive today than ever. Five years ago, we set out with a simple conviction:
In 2025, the Youth for Governance (Y4G) program worked closely with Lebanon’s Ministry of Interior and Municipalities (MoIM) to support the successful execution of the long-delayed municipal elections. These elections represented a pivotal moment in
Executive Summary Since the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon on 27 November 2025, the conflict’s aftermath remains largely unaddressed. While discussions have focused on clearing the rubble from Israeli shelling and airstrikes, the process lacks
Aiming to address decades of environmental degradation and regulatory challenges, Youth for Governance has launched a project to promote a quarrying system in Lebanon that balances economic needs with environmental protection. The initiative focuses on
| By Mario Nasrallah | Amid the many crises Lebanon faces, people tend to forget what’s right in front of them, consuming their mountains, polluting their ecosystems, and damaging their long term health and well-being.
The road to effective governance and transparency is long. Taking a moment to reflect on milestones and accomplishments is essential to keep efforts on track and motivation high. So, what have our five interns been
| By Perla Tannous | When one mentions Nefaa, Lebanon’s Vehicle Registration Office, the perception is a negative one. During a recent survey, citizens were asked to describe Nefaa in one word – many responded