PLIGHT OF THE RIGHTLESS

Mapping and Understanding Statelessness in Tripoli.

This report provides an analysis of statelessness among people of Lebanese decent in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli. It starts with an overview of the local context, then introduces statelessness as a global concept along with the relevant international conventions and best practices to solving it around the world. A historical and legal review of statelessness in Lebanon follows. The situation of stateless people of Lebanese origin in Tripoli is then assessed through reviewing quantitative survey data as well as insights from key informant interviews. Lastly, the report concludes with a section on policy recommendations.”